The part of the neuron that has branched extensions that are specialized to receive information are the
A) dendrites.
B) terminal buttons.
C) somas.
D) axons.

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Dendrites are the part of the neuron that receive information from other neurons and specialized to receive information through their branched extensions. Terminal buttons are at the end of axons and are responsible for releasing neurotransmitters. Soma is the cell body that contains the nucleus and genetic information. Axons are responsible for transmitting information from the neuron to other neurons, muscles or glands.

The Part of the Neuron That Has Branched Extensions That