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Gamma motor-neuron

Gamma motor-neuron (scale (-radiation) + lat. motor – the Greek neuron setting in motion + – a nerve) – the neuron in front horns of a spinal cord innervating intrafusal (the performing functions of stretch receptors) muscle fibers.

 
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