Which part receives information from other neurons?

Which part receives information from other neurons?

• A. Dendrites
• B. Axon
• C. Cell body
• D. Neuroglia

Answer: (A)

Dendrites are the part that receives information from other neurons. They branch out and carry neurotransmitter signals from neighboring cells to the neuron, using receptors on their surfaces to detect these chemical messages. When these signals reach the dendrites, they create small electrical changes that sum at the cell body to help decide if the neuron will fire an action potential. The axon then transmits that signal onward to other neurons. The cell body mainly integrates inputs and maintains cell function, while neuroglia provide support and maintenance rather than receiving synaptic input.

Dendrites are the part that receives information from other neurons. They branch out and carry neurotransmitter signals from neighboring cells to the neuron, using receptors on their surfaces to detect these chemical messages. When these signals reach the dendrites, they create small electrical changes that sum at the cell body to help decide if the neuron will fire an action potential. The axon then transmits that signal onward to other neurons. The cell body mainly integrates inputs and maintains cell function, while neuroglia provide support and maintenance rather than receiving synaptic input.