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Write the role of (a) motor and (b) relay neuron.
Write the role of (a) motor and (b) relay neuron.
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Motor neurons carry impulses to muscles, while relay neurons act as connectors between sensory and motor neurons.
Updated On: Jan 24, 2026
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[(a)] Motor Neuron: Motor neurons transmit signals from the central nervous system (CNS) to muscles or glands, triggering a specific action. [(b)] Relay Neuron: Relay neurons (interneurons) transfer signals between sensory and motor neurons within the CNS, enabling internal bodily communication.
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