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Which of the following best describes the neuropil in the CNS?
Which of the following best describes the neuropil in the CNS?
- A network of cellular processes emerging from neurons and glial cells (correct)
- A network of collagen fibers surrounding neurons and glial cells
- A network of cellular processes emerging from fibroblasts
- A fibrous intercellular network resembling collagen
What is the main difference between the neuropil and collagen in the CNS?
What is the main difference between the neuropil and collagen in the CNS?
- Neuropil is composed of cellular processes, while collagen is composed of fibers (correct)
- Neuropil contains fibroblasts, while collagen does not
- Neuropil is found surrounding neurons and glial cells, while collagen is found between cells
- Neuropil is visible with light microscopy, while collagen is not
What is currently being reassessed about the concept of collagen in the CNS?
What is currently being reassessed about the concept of collagen in the CNS?
- The presence of fibroblasts in the neuropil
- The role of collagen in forming the neuropil
- The composition of the intercellular network in the CNS (correct)
- The visibility of collagen with light microscopy
