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Axons in the nerves. a. increase the surface area of the cell b. receive signals from neighboring cells c. regulate the intake of nutrients from other cells d. transmit messages to a neighboring cell

Concepts of Biology

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Chapter16: The Body's System

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Problem 24RQ: Neurons contain ________, which can receive signals from other neurons. a. axons b. mitochondria c....

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