MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The two main types of cells found in the nervous system are
A
axons and dendrites
B
neurons and neuroglia
C
Schwann cells and ganglia
D
neurons and Nodes of Ranvier
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The actual nerve cell is the neuron. It is the “conducting” cell that transmits impulses and the structural unit of the nervous system. The other type of cell is neuroglia, or glial, cell. The word “neuroglia” means “nerve glue.” These cells are nonconductive and provide a support system for the neurons.

Detailed explanation-2: -Neurons are the structural and functional unit of the nervous system. They help in transmitting the nerve impulse. Neuroglia are the supporting cells. Neurons are like the communication network of the body whereas neuroglia facilitates the functioning of the communications network.

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