* Basic structure: They all have a cell body (soma), dendrites, and an axon.
* Cell body (soma): Contains the nucleus and other organelles.
* Dendrites: Branching extensions that receive signals from other neurons.
* Axon: A long, slender projection that transmits signals to other neurons or target cells.
* Function: They all transmit information through electrochemical signals, using neurotransmitters to communicate with other neurons.
* Electrical activity: They all exhibit electrical activity, generating and propagating action potentials.
* Synaptic communication: They all communicate with other neurons at specialized junctions called synapses.
While they share these fundamental characteristics, their specific functions and locations in the nervous system differ significantly.
