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Which type of cells produce myelin in the central nervous system?
Which type of cells produce myelin in the central nervous system?
- Microglia
- Ependymal cells
- Oligodendrocytes (correct)
- Astrocytes
What is the functional homologue of Oligodendrocytes in the peripheral nervous system?
What is the functional homologue of Oligodendrocytes in the peripheral nervous system?
- Schwann cells (correct)
- Astrocytes
- Microglia
- Ependymal cells
What is the main function of the myelin sheath around neurons?
What is the main function of the myelin sheath around neurons?
- To protect the neuron from damage
- To support the structure of the neuron
- To transmit electrical signals between neurons
- To increase the speed and efficiency of axonal transmission (correct)
Which term refers to a group of cell bodies in the peripheral nervous system?
Which term refers to a group of cell bodies in the peripheral nervous system?
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What is the role of astrocytes in the central nervous system?
What is the role of astrocytes in the central nervous system?
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