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neurons
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cells in the nervous system that communicate with one another to perform information processing tasks
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cell body
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the part of a neuron that COORDINATES information processing tasks and keeps the cell alive
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dendrite
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the part of a neuron that RECEIVES information from other neurons and RELAYS it to the cell body
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axon
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the part of a neuron that TRANSMITS information to other neurons, muscles, or glands
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myelin sheath
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an insulating layer of fatty material
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glial cells
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support cells found in the nervous system
-some glial cells digest parts of dead neurons -others provide physical support for neurons -others form myelin to help the axon |
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sensory neurons
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receive information from the external world and convey it to the brain via the spinal cord
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motor neurons
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carry signals from the spinal cord to the muscles to produce movement
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interneurons
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connect sensory neurons, motor neurons, or other interneurons
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mirror neurons
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active when an animal performs a behavior or watches another animal perform a behavior
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