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Why is axon called efferent nerve process ?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Neuron Structure**: - A neuron consists of three main parts: the cell body (cyton), dendrites, and axon. The cell body contains the nucleus and is responsible for processing information. 2. **Role of Dendrites**: - Dendrites are the branching extensions of the neuron that receive signals from other neurons. They bring information into the cell body. Because they receive signals, they are referred to as afferent processes. ...
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