You are looking at a neuron under the microscope. You find the area that contains the neuron's nucleus and all the elements needed for metabolic function. You have identified the __________.
A) axon
B) dendrites
C) cell body or soma
D) glia

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The area that contains the nucleus and metabolic functions of the neuron is the cell body or soma. The axon is responsible for transmitting signals to other neurons or muscles, dendrites receive signals from other neurons, and glia provide support and insulation to neurons.

You Are Looking at a Neuron Under the Microscope