Neurons and their Structures
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Which of the following is a group of cell bodies in the peripheral nervous system?

  • Ganglion (correct)
  • Nerve
  • Tract
  • Nucleus

    • What is the function of oligodendrocytes in the central nervous system?

  • Produce myelin (correct)
  • Receive sensory information
  • Support neurons
  • Produce neurotransmitters

    • Which cells wrap around several axons in the central nervous system to form myelin?

  • Ependymal cells
  • Microglia
  • Oligodendrocytes (correct)
  • Astrocytes

    • What is the functional homologue of oligodendrocytes in the peripheral nervous system?

    <p>Schwann cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the myelin sheath around neurons?

    <p>Increase the speed and efficiency of axonal transmission</p> Signup and view all the answers

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