Neurons

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Outline neurons

  • work as communication pathways from the brain to and from the body

  • they communicate by transmitting signals both electrically and chemically

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Describe motor neurons

  • control muscle movement

  • when stimulated release neurotransmitters which bind to receptors on muscles to trigger response

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Describe sensory neurons

  • found in receptors: eyes, ears, tounge

  • carry nerve impulses to spinal cord and brain, which is translated into sensations

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Describe relay neurons

  • found in brain and spinal cord

  • between sensory input and motor output

  • allow neurons to communicate