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The term “nerve fiber” in neurophysiology refers specifically to the

A. Entire neuron including cell body
B. Axon of a neuron along with its associated sheaths
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C. Dendrite with its branching pattern
D. Synaptic terminal complex

📝 Explanation

A nerve fiber consists of an axon (axis cylinder) along with its surrounding myelin sheath and neurilemma (Schwann cell sheath). The term does not typically include the cell body or dendrites.

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  • Entire neuron including cell body
  • Axon of a neuron along with its associated sheaths
  • Dendrite with its branching pattern
  • Synaptic terminal complex

A nerve fiber consists of an axon (axis cylinder) along with its surrounding myelin sheath and neurilemma (Schwann cell sheath). The term does not typically include the cell body or dendrites.

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