What are the components of motor neurons?

Motor neurons are responsible for carrying signals from the central nervous system to the muscles in various parts of the body, causing voluntary or involuntary movement. Motor neurons are characterized by three components – the soma, the axon, and the dendrites. 

1. Soma: The soma is the cell body. It is the largest component of a motor neuron and houses the nucleus, which controls the cells. Proteins which are required for maintaining neuron function take place in the soma. 
2. Axon: The axon is the long, slender structure that extends from the soma. It is the transmitting component of the motor neuron and is responsible for transmitting information it receives down its body to the dendrites at the end of the neuron. The axon of motor neurons is covered by a myelin sheath, which insulates the axon length and helps transmit electrical impulses to the target structure faster and more efficiently. 
3. Dendrites: Dendrites are short, wispy, branch-like structures that extend from the ends of the neuron. Their main function involves transmitting messages to and receiving information from other neurons.