PHYSIOLOGY
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM
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Question
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Which of the following can divide?
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neurons
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neuroglia
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Either A or B
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Neuroglia cells represent the most numerous cell family in the central nervous system with 5–10 glial cells per neuron or 350 billion cells per brain. Glial cells retain their ability to divide; provide metabolic and structural support for neurons, and maintain conditions that allow adequate functioning of neurons.
Detailed explanation-2: -Schwann cells and oligodendrocytes are neuroglial cells present in some neurons that produce myelin sheath.
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