Question

State the function of sensory neurons and motor neurons.

Answer 1

Neuron

1. The neuron or nerve cell is the functional unit of the nervous system. It helps in the transmission of electrical impulses.
2. Depending on the type of function carried out, a neuron is classified into three types- sensory neurons, motor neurons, and mixed neurons.

Functions of sensory neurons

1. Sensory neurons carry impulses from the sensory receptors or organs to the brain or the spinal cord.
2. They are also called receptor neurons.

Functions of motor neurons

1. Motor neurons carry impulses from the brain or the spinal cord to the effector organs like the glands, smooth muscles, or tissues.
2. They are also called effector neurons.