Neurons And Synaptic Transmission Flashcards
1
Q
What are neurons
A
Specialised cells to carry neural information throughout the body
2
Q
What are the three types of neuron
A
Sensory
Motor
Relay
3
Q
What is a motor neuron
A
Form synapses with muscles and control their contractions
4
Q
What is a sensory neuron
A
carries impulses from sensory receptors to the brain and spinal cord
5
Q
What is a relay neuron
A
Most common type of neuron found in the CNS, that allow sensory and motor neurones to communicate with each other
6
Q
What neuron has short dendrites and long axons
A
Motor neurons
7
Q
What neuron has long dendrites and short axons
A
Sensory
8
Q
What neuron has short dendrites and short axons
A
Relay
9
Q
Define synapse
A
The conjunction of the end of one neurons axon and the dendrite or cell body of another.
(Gap between neurons)
