Matching Pairs Brain Functions - NeuronsOnline version Chapter 2 - Introduction to Psychology by Ariel Griffeth 1 Synaptic Vesicles 2 Cell Body (Soma) 3 Axon 4 Axon Terminals 5 Glial Cells 6 Receptor Sites 7 Myelin Sheath end of axon, conducts signals to synapse by neurotransmitters maintain homeostasis and provide support receive electric signals store neurotransmitters that are released at synapse contains nucleus, supports chemical processing insulating layer of protein around axon, allows for better transmission nerve fiber sends transmission away from soma