What is a multipolar neuron?
A multipolar neuron is a type of neuron.
What does a multipolar neuron look like?
A multipolar neuron has one axon and multiple dendrites extending from the cell body. (2)
What are types of multipolar neurons?
dopaminergic neurons (2)
What does it do?
It has numerous synaptic connections with other neurons. (2)
Multipolar neurons can have very complex branching patterns of their dendrites, enabling them to integrate information from a large number of other neurons. (2)
The exac shape and complexity of the dendritic tree can vary between neurons, even within the same type, and can be influenced by a variety of factors, including the neuron’s location, its specific function, and even the individual’s age and experience. (2)
Resources
1. https://www.bioexplorer.net/nerve-cell-types.html/
2. ChatGPT 4, 6/3/23 “What is the shape of a dopaminergic neuron?”
