MyQuestionIcon

3

You visited us 3 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!

Neuron

The neuron wh...

Question

The neuron which carries nerve impulses from receptors to spinal cord is called sensory neuron.

A

afferent neuron

Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses

B

efferent neuron

No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!

Open in App

Solution

The correct option is A
afferent neuron

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

Suggest Corrections

thumbs-up

3

Similar questions

Q. Question 5
Which is the correct sequence of the components of a reflex arc?

(a) Receptors→ Muscles→ Sensory neuron→ Motor neuron→ Spinal cord
(b) Receptors→ Motor neuron → Spinal cord → Sensory neuron → Muscle
(c) Receptors → Spinal cord → Sensory neuron → Motor neuron → Muscle
(d) Receptors → Sensory neuron → Spinal cord → Motor neuron → Muscle

All motor neurons are efferent neurons.

Motor neurons conduct nerve impulses from the spinal cord to the brain.

Q. Question 5
Which is the correct sequence of the components of a reflex arc?

(a) Receptors→ Muscles→ Sensory neuron→ Motor neuron→ Spinal cord
(b) Receptors→ Motor neuron → Spinal cord → Sensory neuron → Muscle
(c) Receptors → Spinal cord → Sensory neuron → Motor neuron → Muscle
(d) Receptors → Sensory neuron → Spinal cord → Motor neuron → Muscle

Q. One of the following gives the correct sequence of the components in a reflex arc. This is :
(a) Receptors → Muscle → Sensory neuron → Motor neuron → Spinal cord
(b) Receptors → Motor neuron → Spinal cord → Sensory neuron → Muscle
(c) Receptors → Spinal cord → Sensory neuron → Motor neuron → Muscle
(d) Receptors → Sensory neuron → Spinal cord → Motor neuron → Muscle

Q. Which of the following statements are true?
(i) Sudden reaction in response to the stimulus is called reflex action.
(ii) Sensory neurons carry signals from the spinal cord to muscles.
(iii) Motor neurons carry signals from receptors to spinal cord.
(iv) Reflex arc is the process in which the nerve impulse is carried and the response is generated.

View More

Join BYJU'S Learning Program

similar_icon

Related Videos

lock

Neuron

BIOLOGY

Watch in App

explore_more_icon

Explore more

Standard VIII Biology

Join BYJU'S Learning Program

CrossIcon