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Neurons, also known as nerve cells, are the basic building blocks of the nervous system. They are specialized cells that process and transmit information through electrical impulses. Neurons play a central role in all brain and nervous system functions, including thinking, feeling, and controlling bodily functions.
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Ephi Lu. (2024). Neurons. In Encyclopedia of Nutritional Psychology. The Center for Nutritional Psychology.
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