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Cell Ontology

motor neuron

Term ID
CL:0000100
Synonyms
  • anterior horn cell
  • motoneuron
Definition
An efferent neuron that passes from the central nervous system or a ganglion toward or to a muscle and conducts an impulse that causes or inhibits movement. (2)
References
  • BTO:0000312
  • FMA:83617
  • WBbt:0005409
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Cell Ontology
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