chemorepulsion of branchiomotor axon

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Namechemorepulsion of branchiomotor axon
IDGO_0021793
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Biological process

Exact synonym

negative chemotaxis of branchiomotor axon

Description

The process in which a branchiomotor neuron growth cone is directed to a specific target site in response to a repulsive chemical cue. Branchiomotor neurons are located in the hindbrain and innervate branchial arch-derived muscles that control jaw movements, facial expression, the larynx, and the pharynx.

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