HUMAN BIOLOGY
HUMAN BIOLOGY
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Author: Mader
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Corona Radiata
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Neurons are electrically excitable cells in the body specialized for receiving and transmitting information. They are referred to as the structural units of the nervous system. The important parts of a neuron include the cell body, dendrites, and axons.
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Distinguish between the functions of the corona radiata and the zona pellucida.

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