Which of the Following Accurately Describes Afferent Neurons

Question

Which of the following accurately describes afferent neurons?
A) They are typically multipolar neurons.
B) They are the most abundant class of neurons.
C) They transmit information from the periphery to the CNS.
D) The cell body is located in the ventral horn of the spinal cord.
E) They transmit information from the CNS to the periphery.

Accepted Answer

Afferent neurons, also known as sensory neurons, are responsible for transmitting sensory information from the periphery of the body (such as the skin, joints, and organs) to the central nervous system (CNS), which includes the brain and spinal cord. This allows the CNS to process and respond to the information from the environment or the body's internal state.