Multiple choice

The parts of neurons that perform basic cellular functions, such as protein synthesis, are the

  1. somas

  2. axons

  3. dendrites

  4. synaptic knobs

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Explanation

The soma (cell body) contains the nucleus and organelles necessary for basic cellular functions including protein synthesis. Axons and dendrites are specialized for signal transmission, while synaptic knobs are involved in neurotransmitter release.