neuromuscular function Flashcards
1
Q
what are sensory neurons?
A
carry signals to the central nervous system from receptors that sense changes in body temp, blood pressure, blood oxygen levels, and carbon dioxide
2
Q
what are dentrites?
A
link neurons to other neurons, allow info to pass between different nerves
3
Q
what is axon?
A
main component of nerve signal transmission
4
Q
what is myelin?
A
surrounds the axon to ensure the electrical signal is insulated from surrounding tissue