neuromuscular function Flashcards

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what are sensory neurons?

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carry signals to the central nervous system from receptors that sense changes in body temp, blood pressure, blood oxygen levels, and carbon dioxide

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what are dentrites?

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link neurons to other neurons, allow info to pass between different nerves

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what is axon?

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main component of nerve signal transmission

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what is myelin?

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surrounds the axon to ensure the electrical signal is insulated from surrounding tissue

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