How do signals from sensory neurons reach motor neurons?(1 point)
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Through interneurons in the brain and spinal cord that connect sensory neurons and motor neurons.
Through interneurons in the brain and spinal cord that connect sensory neurons and motor neurons.
Signals from sensory neurons do not get sent to motor neurons.
Signals from sensory neurons do not get sent to motor neurons.
Motor neurons signal for the body to move the signal toward them.
Motor neurons signal for the body to move the signal toward them.
Signals move from dendrite to dendrite towards motor neurons.
Signals move from dendrite to dendrite towards motor neurons.
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The correct response is: Through interneurons in the brain and spinal cord that connect sensory neurons and motor neurons.
Through interneurons in the brain and spinal cord that connect sensory neurons and motor neurons.
Through interneurons in the brain and spinal cord that connect sensory neurons and motor neurons.
When a sensory neuron detects a stimulus, such as touch or temperature, it sends an electrical signal called an action potential to the central nervous system (CNS), which includes the brain and spinal cord. This electrical signal travels along the sensory neuron's axon towards the CNS.
Upon reaching the CNS, the electrical signal is transmitted to interneurons, which are neurons that connect different neurons within the CNS. These interneurons receive the sensory signal and relay it to the appropriate motor neurons.
Motor neurons are responsible for initiating and controlling muscle movement. Once the signal reaches the motor neurons, they send an action potential to the muscles or glands to produce a response or perform a particular action.
So, in summary, signals from sensory neurons reach motor neurons via interneurons in the brain and spinal cord. This pathway allows for the integration and coordination of sensory information with motor responses in the body.