Asked by Gianna Tapanes on May 25, 2024
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Neurons that carry information from the senses to the spinal cord are called ________.
A) motor neurons
B) interneurons
C) sensory neurons
D) reflexes
Sensory Neurons
Sensory neurons, also known as afferent neurons, are nerve cells within the nervous system responsible for converting external stimuli from the environment into internal electrical impulses.
Motor Neurons
Neurons that transmit signals from the brain or spinal cord to muscles or glands, causing them to act.
Spinal Cord
The cylindrical bundle of nerve fibers that runs from the brainstem down the spine and mediates nerve signals between the brain and the body.
- Clarify the unique functions of diverse types of neurons.
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Zybrea KnightJun 01, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Sensory neurons are responsible for carrying information from the senses to the spinal cord. Motor neurons carry information from the spinal cord to the muscles, while interneurons connect sensory and motor neurons and are involved in processing and integrating information. Reflexes are automatic responses to stimuli that do not involve conscious thought, and are often mediated by sensory neurons that bypass the brain and go directly to motor neurons.
Learning Objectives
- Clarify the unique functions of diverse types of neurons.