Nervous System Cells

Front

What type of neuroglial cell attaches neurons to capillaries?

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Astrocyte

Front

What is the main function of oligodendrocytes and Schwann Cells?

Back

Production of Myelin Sheath

Front

What structure is labeled D in a neuron diagram?

Back

Node of Ranvier

Front

What are the cells that support the cells of the nervous system?

Back

Neuroglia

Front

What type of nerve cell provides protection and support?

Back

Neuroglia

Front

What is the primary role of neurons in the nervous system?

Back

Transmit electrical signals throughout the body.

Front

What is myelin and its function in the nervous system?

Back

Myelin is a fatty substance that insulates axons and increases the speed of signal transmission.

Front

What are the two main types of neuroglial cells?

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Central nervous system (CNS) glia and peripheral nervous system (PNS) glia.

Front

What is the role of microglial cells?

Back

Act as the immune defense in the central nervous system.

Front

What is the difference between oligodendrocytes and Schwann cells?

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Oligodendrocytes myelinate axons in the CNS, while Schwann cells myelinate axons in the PNS.