Axons
A) may branch to form collateral axons.
B) have an axon hillock which is devoid of nissl bodies.
C) are often surrounded by a myelin sheath.
D) carry action potentials away from the cell body.
E) have all of these characteristics.

Question

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A) Axons may branch to form collateral axons. This is important for transmitting signals to multiple targets.
B) The axon hillock is a region of the axon that is devoid of nissl bodies, as it is responsible for initiating the action potential.
C) Axons are often surrounded by a myelin sheath, which helps to speed up the transmission of electrical signals.
D) Axons carry action potentials away from the cell body towards the axon terminals, where they can stimulate the release of neurotransmitters.