GENERAL HISTOLOGY

NERVOUS

NEUROGLIA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Cells that can replicate, but not conduct
A
neurons
B
glia/neuroglia
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -neuroglia, also called glial cell or glia, any of several types of cell that function primarily to support neurons.

Detailed explanation-2: -Glial (Neuroglial) cells do not conduct nerve impulses, but, instead, support, nourish, and protect the neurons.

Detailed explanation-3: -Different types of neuroglia found within the CNS and PNS. Neuroglia, also called glial cells, are the support cells of the nervous system and make up about 90% of the cells in the brain.

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