Motor Neuron

Neurons that transmit signals from the central nervous system to muscles or glands, controlling voluntary and involuntary movements.

Key Functions:

• Transmits motor commands from CNS to muscles.
• Innervates skeletal muscle fibers for contraction.
• Controls voluntary and involuntary movements.
• Forms neuromuscular junctions.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Nervous System (component of)
• Skeletal Muscle Fiber (innervates)
• Neuromuscular Junction (forms)
• Acetylcholine (releases at NMJ)
• Spinal Cord (cell bodies often in)