11. The two broad classes of cells in the nervous system include 1. those responsible for information processing, and 2. those providing mechanical and metabolic support. (This is a multiple choice question choose the answer from the choices below) These two categories of specialized cells are called A.neurons and glial cells. B.Schwann cells and glial cells. C.microglia and Schwann cells. D.astrocytes and Schwann cells.

11. The two broad classes of cells in the nervous system include 1. those responsible for information processing, and 2. those providing mechanical and metabolic support. (This is a multiple choice question choose the answer from the choices below) These two categories of specialized cells are called A.neurons and glial cells. B.Schwann cells and glial cells. C.microglia and Schwann cells. D.astrocytes and Schwann cells.

Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter40: Nervous Systems

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