Neuromuscular process of contraction Flashcards
1
Q
What does the sensory neurons carry
A
Carry information to the brain about things that have affected of senses
2
Q
Where the motor neurons send signals from
A
Our brain to our muscles to cause an action
3
Q
What causes a muscle to contract
A
An electrical stimulant from the central nervous system
4
Q
Describe action potential
A
Signal travelling from CNS to muscle
5
Q
Describe motor neurone
A
Nerves that signal muscles to contract
6
Q
Describe motor units
A
A collection of muscle fibres
7
Q
Describe the all or none law
A
If a impulse is high enough muscle fibres will contract. If too low muscle fibres wont contract
