HELP ME PSYC IS CONFUSING... Describe the basic structure of a neuron, and how neurons receive and send information, making sure to include a description of the "action potential."

A typical neuron consists of a cell body (soma), dendrites, and a single axon. The soma is usually compact. The axon and dendrites are filaments that extrude from it. Dendrites typically branch profusely and extend a few hundred micrometers from the soma. I know that this only answers part of it, but I hope this helps.