EVERYDAY SCIENCE

SCIENCE

NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What neuroglial cell is found in the CNS and forms membranes around the CNS?
A
Microglial
B
Oligodendrocytes
C
Astrocytes
D
Ependymal
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Neuroglia in the CNS include astrocytes, microglial cells, ependymal cells, and oligodendrocytes.

Detailed explanation-2: -Ependymal cells are very small and line up tightly to form the membrane.

Detailed explanation-3: -Schwann cells make myelin in the peripheral nervous system (PNS: nerves) and oligodendrocytes in the central nervous system (CNS: brain and spinal cord).

Detailed explanation-4: -What are the 4 types of Neuroglial cells and their functions? The four main types of Neuroglial cells include astrocytes, microglia, oligodendrocytes, and Schwann Cells. Their functions include maintaining neuronal survivability, protecting the nervous system, and producing myelin.

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