Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-The cell body of the neuron
A)Neuron
B)Neuroglia
C)Axon
D)Soma
E)Dendrite

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The term "Soma" refers to the cell body of a neuron, which contains the nucleus and most of the cell's organelles.

A) Neuron: A specialized cell that transmits electrical and chemical signals in the nervous system.

B) Neuroglia: Non-neuronal cells in the nervous system that support and protect neurons.

C) Axon: A long, slender part of a neuron that conducts nerve impulses away from the cell body.

D) Soma: The cell body of a neuron, which contains the nucleus and most of the cell's organelles.

E) Dendrite: A branched extension of a neuron that receives signals from other neurons or sensory cells.

Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Definition