association neuron

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An associative neuron, also known as an interneuron, is a type of nerve cell found primarily within the central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord. These neurons act as connectors, linking sensory neurons (which receive information from the environment) and motor neurons (which transmit commands to muscles and glands).12

Interneurons are crucial for processing and integrating information within the nervous system, playing a key role in complex functions like thought and reflexes. They are fundamental components of neural networks, enabling communication between different parts of the nervous system.2

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…nerve cells, motor neurons and association neurons. Motor neurons have main processes, or axons, that extend from the ganglia to contractile muscles, and minor processes, or dendrites, that connect with the neuropile. Association neurons, usually smaller than motor neurons, are linked with other parts of the nervous system by way…
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…nerve cells, motor neurons and association neurons. Motor neurons have main processes, or axons, that extend from the ganglia to contractile muscles, and minor processes, or dendrites, that connect with the neuropile. Association neurons, usually smaller than motor neurons, are linked with other parts of the nervous system by way…
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