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Neurons transmit electrical impulses through your body at speeds ranging from about 1 to 100 meters per second, depending on the type of neuron and the myelin sheath insulation. In general, sensory neurons carrying touch information travel at around 1-2 meters per second, while motor neurons controlling muscle movement can reach speeds of up to 100 meters per second.

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