NERVOUS
NEUROGLIA
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Question
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Which cell is an intermediary between nerves and veins or arteries?
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publicized
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oligodendrocytes
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microgliocytes
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N.A.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Oligodendrocytes and Schwann cells are engaged in myelin production, maintenance and repairing respectively in the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS).
Detailed explanation-2: -The neurons are not insulated from one another, but rather the oligodendrocytes use a lipid based myelin sheath to insulate the CNS axons in order to increase the speed and efficiency of their action potential.
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