What is the function of nerve cells?
The dendrites are long thin structures coming out of the cell body and are used to communicate with other nerve cells. The long thin axon is like a cable to transmit signals down it. The myelin sheath acts as an insulation layer around the axon to help the signal travel. The nerve endings allow the other end to communicate with other nerves. In the case of a sensory neuron (nerve cell) the nerve has a receptor which allows it to detect stimuli.
