Nerves that contain only motor fibers are known as motor nerves or efferent nerves. These nerves transmit signals from the central nervous system to muscles, facilitating movement. A prime example of such a nerve is the hypoglossal nerve (cranial nerve XII), which controls tongue movements. In contrast, sensory nerves carry signals from sensory receptors to the central nervous system.
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