PHYS Introduction to Motor Systems Flashcards
1
Q
Define motor unit.
A
1 alpha motor neuron and the muscles that it innervates.
2
Q
Define motor neuron pool.
A
Collection of alpha motor neurons that innervates a single muscle.
3
Q
Phasic vs tonic nerves
A
Adapt to stimuli quickly vs take more time to adapt & produce sustained signal.
