PSYCH 1XX3 Chapter Notes - Chapter module: Extracellular Fluid, Neurogenesis, Neural Tube
6 Apr 2016
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One neuron can have between 1 and 10k connections with other neurons. In his dualist framework, the mind was viewed as a separate entity that exists outside of our biology yet is in control of our actions and thoughts. Neuron fundamental building block of the nervous system. Type of cells that is specialized for communication. 2 distinct zones: receptive zone designed to receive signals from other neurons. Made up of the dendrites branching out from the cell body: transmission zone designed to pass on signals to other cells. Made up of the axon and terminal ends. Receptive zone begins with cell body (which contains the most vital organelles for maintaining cell function) Dendrites (long, stretching branches) branch from cell body. They reach out to other neurons and receive signals to be relayed through the dendritic branch of the cell body, where some signals will be passed down to the axon (long fiber).
