There are three types of neurons, each having a different function; Sensory, transmit impulses received by the nerve endings to the central nervous system. Motor, carry outgoing signals from the brain or spinal cord to other areas of the body and inter-neurons, receive signals from the sensory and send impulses to the motor. ... They are stimulated by contact of a noxious stimulant, such as a sharp object touching the foot or changes in pressure and temperature triggering detectors located within the skin. ... The electrical impulses will continue its journey from neuron to neuron until the ac...

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