Which of the following is a function of the cell body in a nerve cell?
A)It encases and insulates most axons.
B)It carries information away from the axon toward other cells.
C)It speeds up the transmission of nerve impulses.
D)It directs the manufacture of substances required for growth and maintenance of neurons.

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The cell body, or soma, of a nerve cell is responsible for directing the manufacture of substances required for growth and maintenance of neurons, including proteins, enzymes, and neurotransmitters. It also contains the nucleus and other organelles necessary for cellular processes, such as energy production and metabolism. The other options (A, B, C) are functions of other parts of the nerve cell, specifically the myelin sheath and axon.

Which of the Following Is a Function of the Cell