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  1. Overview of neuron structure and function - Khan Academy

    Most neurons follow the same general structural plan, but the structure of individual neurons varies and is adapted to the specific function a given neuron (or class of neurons) needs to carry out.

  2. Overview of neuron function (video) | Khan Academy

    Neurons receive excitatory or inhibitory input from other cells or from physical stimuli like odorant molecules in the nose. Input information usually comes in through the dendrites.

  3. Overview of neuron structure (types of neurons) - Khan Academy

    This video introduces the structure and structural types of neurons. Explore the structure of neurons, their types, and functions. Uncover the roles of dendrites, axons, and the soma. Learn about the …

  4. Anatomy of a neuron (video) | Human biology | Khan Academy

    Neurons (or nerve cells) are specialized cells that transmit and receive electrical signals in the body. Neurons are composed of three main parts: dendrites, a cell body, and an axon.

  5. The synapse (article) | Human biology | Khan Academy

    In this article, we'll take a closer look at the synapse and the mechanisms neurons use to send signals across it. To get the most out of this article, you may want to learn about neuron structure and action …

  6. Electrotonic and action potentials (video) | Khan Academy

    Wait. So how do the dendrites even respond to a signal. and what would be the defintion of a signal if you are dealing with neurons?

  7. Overview of neuron structure (types of neurons) - Khan Academy

    This video introduces the structure and structural types of neurons. Explore the structure of neurons, their types, and functions. Uncover the roles of dendrites, axons, and the soma. Learn about the …

  8. Action Potential Production (video) | Khan Academy

    What are nerve impulses? How are they generated? What components are involved in their generation? Watch this video to learn more about the production of action potentials in neurons.

  9. Sensory processing and the brain (article) | Khan Academy

    Pain receptors send a signal to the brain through the neurons that tell the brain something is wrong. That message is what we perceive as pain. Some individuals have a different genetic trait that results in a …

  10. Nervous system: Organization of motor neurons - Khan Academy

    The organization of upper motor neurons (UMNs), lower motor neurons (LMNs), and sensory neurons creates a feedback system that modulates the strength of muscle contraction, maintains passive …