parallel fiber
A parallel fiber results from the axon of a cerebellar granule cell ascending through the molecular layer where it synapses on the dendritic branches of Purkinje cells and stellate cells.
| Type | Organ |
| Body System | Nervous |
| Parent Structure | nerve fiber |
Sub-structures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the parallel fiber?
A parallel fiber results from the axon of a cerebellar granule cell ascending through the molecular layer where it synapses on the dendritic branches of Purkinje cells and stellate cells.
What body system is the parallel fiber part of?
The parallel fiber is part of the Nervous.
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