Nerve Fiber (Noun)
Meaning
A threadlike extension of a nerve cell.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- A nerve fiber carries signals away from the cell body of the neuron to other cells in the body, allowing for communication and control of various bodily functions.
- The axons and dendrites of a neuron are both types of nerve fibers that play critical roles in transmitting and receiving information.
- Damaged nerve fibers can disrupt normal nerve function and lead to conditions such as numbness, weakness, or pain.
- During the process of neuroregeneration, the nerve fiber's insulation, known as myelin, is repaired by specialized cells in the nervous system.
- In order to function properly, nerve fibers must be protected by a covering of myelin, which facilitates the transmission of electrical impulses along the length of the fiber.