Asked by Cierra Eckhardt on Jul 22, 2024
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Motor neurons carry messages from special receptors in the skin, from muscles, and from sense organs to the spinal cord.
Motor Neurons
Specialized neurons that initiate and conduct impulses to muscles and glands, facilitating movement and secretion.
Special Receptors
Specialized cells or nerve endings that respond to changes in the environment by converting stimuli into electrical signals for the nervous system.
Spinal Cord
A long, slender column of nervous tissue that runs from the brainstem to the lower back, serving as a critical pathway for transmitting neural signals between the brain and the body.
- Comprehend the role of the nervous system in sensing and responding to environmental stimuli.
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Manny PalaciosJul 29, 2024
Final Answer :
False
Explanation :
Motor neurons carry messages from the brain and spinal cord to muscles and glands, enabling movement and action, not from receptors to the spinal cord.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the role of the nervous system in sensing and responding to environmental stimuli.