Corticoefferent

/ˌkɔːrtɪkoʊˈɛfərənt/ adjective

Definition

Relating to nerve fibers that carry signals out from the cortex to other brain structures or the body.

Etymology

Compound of 'cortico-' plus 'efferent' (carrying away). This neuroscience term describes motor and command signals leaving the cortex.

Kelly Says

Corticoefferent connections are your cortex sending out orders—when you decide to move your arm, corticoefferent signals carry that command from your motor cortex down to your muscles!

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