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Sourav PanSeptember 23, 2024

What are three physical characteristics that distinguish axons from dendrites?

What are three physical characteristics that distinguish axons from dendrites?

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Sourav PanMay 15, 2025

Three physical characteristics that distinguish axons from dendrites are:

  1. Number: A typical neuron has one axon, which can extend over long distances, while it usually has multiple dendrites that branch out from the cell body.
  2. Diameter: Axons generally maintain a uniform diameter along their length, whereas dendrites often taper to a fine point as they extend away from the cell body.
  3. Functionality: Axons are primarily responsible for transmitting electrical signals away from the neuron to other neurons or muscles, while dendrites are specialized for receiving incoming signals from other neurons
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