Neurons and Neuroglia

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What are the two types of neuroglial cells that form the myelin sheath on neurons?

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Oligodendroglia in the CNS and Schwann cells in the PNS.

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What is the main function of oligodendrocytes?

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Production of insulation and protection for neurons.

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What do ependymal cells produce?

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Cerebrospinal fluid in the brain and spinal cord.

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What is the structure labeled as the 'Cell Body' in a neuron?

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The part of the neuron that contains the nucleus and organelles.

Front

What is the function of ependymal cells?

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Circulates cerebrospinal fluid.

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What is the role of astrocytes in the nervous system?

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Support and maintain the health of neurons.

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What is the primary function of Schwann cells?

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Form the myelin sheath around peripheral neurons.

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What are microglia?

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Immune cells in the CNS that protect against pathogens.

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What is the significance of the myelin sheath?

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It insulates axons and increases the speed of electrical impulses.

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What is a synapse?

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The junction between two neurons where communication occurs.