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You're on a roll — here are the answers to the questions about the neurons: 1.5.1 Part B is the cell body (or soma). 1.5.2 a) Receives impulses and transmits it to part B: Dendrites b) Transmits impulses away from part B: Axon 1.5.3 The neuron represented by DIAGRAM 1 is a sensory neuron. 1.5.4 The type of neuron that serves as a link between the neurons in DIAGRAM 1 and 2 in the central nervous system is an interneuron (or relay neuron). 1.5.5 DIAGRAM 2 shows a structural defect of the neuron. a) Defect shown in the diagram: Degeneration/damage of the myelin sheath (at C). b) Effect of the defect on the transmission of impulse: The transmission of nerve impulses will be slowed down or disrupted/interrupted. c) Name of the disorder caused by this defect: Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Drop the next question.