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31.4.1 The Neuron

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    1. The cell body of a neuron, also called the soma, contains the nucleus and mitochondria. The dendrites transfer the nerve impulse to the soma. The axon carries the action potential away to another excitable cell. LM × 1600. (Micrograph provided by the Regents of University of Michigan Medical School © 2012)

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31.4.2 Nervous Tissue

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    1. Nervous tissue is made up of neurons and neuroglia. The cells of nervous tissue are specialized to transmit and receive impulses. LM ×
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31.4.3 Tissue Healing (Skin)

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    1. During wound repair, collagen fibers are laid down randomly by fibroblasts that move into repair the area.

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