what is the difference between afferent and efferent neurons ?

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Afferent neurons

Efferent neurons

Afferent neuron conducts nerve impulses from receptors to the brain or the spinal cord.

Efferent neuron conducts nerve impulses from the brain or spinal cord to the effector organs such as muscles or glands.

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Afferent neurons	Efferent neurons
Afferent neuron conducts nerve impulses from receptors to the brain or the spinal cord.	Efferent neuron conducts nerve impulses from the brain or spinal cord to the effector organs such as muscles or glands.