Neurons are the messengers of the nervous system. They carry signals from one part of the body to another.

How Neurons Work

• Dendrites: Receive signals from other neurons or sensory organs.
• Cell body: Processes the information.
• Axon: Sends signals to other neurons, muscles, or glands.
• Synapse: Tiny gap where signals jump from one neuron to the next using chemicals called neurotransmitters.