The Mammalian Nervous System and Technology Integration Quiz
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What is the function of astrocytes in the nervous system?

  • Provide nutrients to neurons, maintain their extracellular environment, and provide structural support (correct)
  • Form the myelin sheath around axons
  • Scavenge pathogens and dead cells
  • Produce cerebrospinal fluid that cushions the neurons

    • What is the function of microglia in the nervous system?

  • Form the myelin sheath around axons
  • Scavenge pathogens and dead cells (correct)
  • Provide nutrients to neurons, maintain their extracellular environment, and provide structural support
  • Produce cerebrospinal fluid that cushions the neurons

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

  • Form the myelin sheath around axons (correct)
  • Provide nutrients to neurons, maintain their extracellular environment, and provide structural support
  • Scavenge pathogens and dead cells
  • Produce cerebrospinal fluid that cushions the neurons

    • What is the function of Schwann cells in the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?

    <p>Form the myelin sheath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of ependymal cells in the nervous system?

    <p>Produce cerebrospinal fluid that cushions the neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

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