Different cell types
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Which 5 different cell types can be found in the central nervous system (CNS)?
- Neurons
- Microglia
- Astrocytes
- Ependymal
- Oligodencytes
Which 3 cell types can be found in the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?
- Neurons
- Satellite
- Schwann
What are the 4 tasks of the glia cells called astrocytes in the CNS?
- Fill spaces between neurons
- Influence if the neuron can grow or retract
- Have special proteins that remove neurotransmitters from the synaptic cleft
- Can trigger electrical and biochemical events
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What is the task of ependymal cells in the CNS?
- Ventricles (cavities) in the brain
- Central canal of spinal cord
What is the task of oligodendrocytes in the CNS?
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