A specialized cell found in the nervous system that receives and sends messages within that system is called a _________.
A)glial cell
B)neuron
C)cell body
D)myelin sheath

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A neuron is a specialized cell in the nervous system that receives and sends messages, also known as nerve impulses or action potentials, via its axons and dendrites. Glial cells, also known as neuroglia or glia, provide support and insulation for neurons but do not transmit signals themselves. The cell body, or soma, is the main part of a neuron that contains the nucleus and other organelles. The myelin sheath is a fatty layer that covers some axons and speeds up the transmission of nerve impulses.

A Specialized Cell Found in the Nervous System That Receives