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Nervous Tissue: The Neuron

4. Tissues & Histology / Nervous Tissue: The Neuron / Problem 3

Which of the following best describes the function of the Node of Ranvier?

A

It is the site where neurotransmitters are released.

B

It is a gap in the myelin sheath that aids rapid nerve conduction.

C

It is the point where the axon joins the cell body.

D

It is the region of the cell body containing the nucleus.

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