The cell body contains the nucleus and organelles.

• A. It depends on neuron type
• B. False
• C. True
• D. The nucleus is not in the cell body

Answer: (C)

The cell body serves as the neuron's metabolic hub, containing the nucleus and essential organelles that keep the cell alive and functioning. The nucleus holds the genetic material and directs gene expression, while organelles like mitochondria provide energy, ribosomes and rough ER handle protein synthesis, and the Golgi apparatus processes and ships those proteins. The axon and dendrites extend from the cell body for signaling, but they typically do not house the nucleus. So this statement is true. Saying the nucleus isn’t in the cell body or that it depends on neuron type doesn’t match how neurons are organized.