What is the second neuron in the efferent motor pathway called? Multiple choice question.InterneuronPostganglionic neuronSensory neuronPreganglionic neuron

Answering the Multiple-Choice Question

The second neuron in the efferent motor pathway is known as the postganglionic neuron. Here's a brief explanation of the options:

1. Interneuron: These neurons are primarily involved in transmitting signals between sensory and motor neurons within the central nervous system.
2. Postganglionic neuron: This neuron receives impulses from the preganglionic neuron and transmits them to the target tissues (muscles or glands) in the peripheral nervous system.
3. Sensory neuron: These neurons carry signals from sensory receptors to the central nervous system; they are not part of the efferent pathway.
4. Preganglionic neuron: This is the first neuron in the efferent motor pathway that synapses in a ganglion with the postganglionic neuron.

Final Answer

Postganglionic neuron is the correct answer.