Neurons and Their Functions Quiz

What is the primary function of sensory neurons?

• Carry impulses from the CNS to effectors

• Transmit sensory input from receptors to the CNS

• Enable communication between neurons

• Involved in processing and interpretation of information

Where is the cell body located in sensory neurons?

• At one end, inside the CNS

• Centrally within the brain and spinal cord

• Off to the side of the axon

• At the end of the axon

What is a key characteristic of motor neurons?

• Found in sensory organs

• Enable communication between neurons

• Control voluntary and involuntary movements

• Transmit sensory input

Which neurons have short dendrites and long axons extending to effectors?

• Sensory Neurons

• Relay Neurons

• Motor Neurons

• Afferent Neurons

What is the function of relay neurons?

• Carry impulses from the CNS to effectors

• Carry information from sensory receptors to the CNS

• Connect sensory neurons to motor neurons

• Detect external stimuli

What is the structure of motor neurons?

• Cell body is located off to the side of the axon

• Short dendrites and short axons

• Cell body is located at one end, inside the CNS

• Long dendrites to receive input from receptors

Which neurons are involved in processing and interpretation of information?

• Sensory Neurons

• Motor Neurons

• Relay Neurons

• Efferent Neurons

What is a characteristic of sensory neurons?

• Enable communication between neurons

• Found in sensory organs

• Control voluntary movements

• End in axon terminals

What do motor neurons enable?

• Detection of external stimuli

• Movement or secretion

• Transmission of sensory input

• Processing of information

What is the function of the long axon in motor neurons?

• Connects sensory neurons to motor neurons

• Extends to the effector

• Receives input from receptors

• Transmits sensory input