Q12. Distinguish between:
(a) afferent neurons and efferent neurons
Afferent Neurons |
Efferent Neurons |
1. They conduct sensory impulses from the receptors to the central nervous system. | 1. They conduct motor impulses from the central nervous system to the effector organs such as muscles. |
2. They are present in the sense organs. | 2. They are present in the brain and the spinal cord. |
3. They are sensory neurons. | 3. They are motor neurons. |