The neuron which carries nerve impulse from receptors to spinal cord is ________.

afferent neuron

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efferent neuron

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motor neuron

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relay neuron

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Solution

The correct option is A
afferent neuron

The neuron which carries nerve impulse from receptors to spinal cord is afferent neuron. Efferent or motor neurons carry impulses away from spinal cord to effectors. Relay neuron connects afferent and efferent neurons.

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The neuron which carries nerve impulse from receptors to spinal cord is called afferent neuron.

One of the following gives the correct sequence of the components in a reflex arc. This is :

(a) Receptors $\to$ Muscle $\to$ Sensory neuron $\to$ Motor neuron $\to$ Spinal cord

(b) Receptors $\to$ Motor neuron $\to$ Spinal cord $\to$ Sensory neuron $\to$ Muscle

(d) Receptors $\to$ Sensory neuron $\to$ Spinal cord $\to$ Motor neuron $\to$ Muscle

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