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Nerve cells can send and receive messages. Thus they can control movements and they sensory function. Some may be assigned to one or another.

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How do nerve cells grow?

Nerve cells grow through a process called neurogenesis, where they divide and differentiate from precursor cells. This process is regulated by various growth factors and signals in the body's environment. Nerve cells also have the unique ability to form connections with other nerve cells, called synapses, allowing them to communicate and transmit information in the nervous system.


What is the difference between nerve cells and nerve?

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Why don't nerve cells divide, and what is the reason behind their unique characteristic of limited division?

Nerve cells do not divide because they are in a state called "differentiated," meaning they have specialized functions and structures that make them unable to undergo cell division. This unique characteristic of limited division is due to the fact that nerve cells have long extensions called axons and dendrites, which are essential for their function in transmitting signals throughout the body. If nerve cells were to divide, these specialized structures would be disrupted, leading to dysfunction in signal transmission.


Why are muscle nerve and nerve cells different shapes?

Muscle cells are elongated and cylindrical in shape to allow for contraction and movement. Nerve cells, or neurons, have a unique branched structure with dendrites and axons to transmit electrical signals over long distances in the body. These specialized shapes help muscle cells generate force and nerve cells transmit information efficiently.


How do nerve cells differ from other types of cells in the body?

Nerve cells, also known as neurons, differ from other cells in the body because they are specialized for transmitting electrical signals and communication within the nervous system. Unlike most cells, nerve cells have long extensions called axons and dendrites that allow them to send and receive signals from other neurons. Additionally, nerve cells have a unique ability to generate and propagate action potentials, which are electrical impulses that allow for rapid communication between cells.


What type of nerve is the optic nerve?

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Do dogs have nerve cells?

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Does the peripheral nervous system have sensory nerve cells and motor nerve cells?

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Are the cells that transmit sensory message called nerve cells or muscle cells?

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The association nerve cells are special nerve cells in the brain and?

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