What are three types of nerve cells?

The cells of nervous system are called nerve cells or neurons. These are the structural and functional units of nervous system.Neurons are excitable,i.e.they function by using electrical stimulation and this electrical message is known as action potential. read more

There are three types of nerve cells. Sensory neurons collect and transmit information about stimuli, such as sound, light and temperature. Motor neurons transmit electrical impulses from the brain to the rest of the body and are connected to sensory neurons by specialized cells called association neurons. read more