Types of Neurons

Front

What type of neuron transmits signals from the brain to your muscles?

Back

Motor neuron

Front

What does the letter C point to in the neuron?

Back

Dendrite

Front

What is the state of a neuron when it is not engaged in an impulse?

Back

Resting potential

Front

In a neuron, do signals flow from the axon to the dendrite? (True/False)

Back

False

Front

What type of neuron has a single process extending from the cell body?

Back

Unipolar

Front

What is the function of sensory neurons?

Back

They transmit signals from sensory receptors to the central nervous system.

Front

What is the role of interneurons?

Back

They connect sensory and motor neurons within the central nervous system.

Front

What is the myelin sheath?

Back

A fatty layer that insulates axons and speeds up signal transmission.

Front

What is an action potential?

Back

A rapid rise and fall in voltage across a neuronal membrane when a neuron sends a signal.

Front

What are dendrites?

Back

Branch-like structures that receive signals from other neurons.