BIOLOGY: CONCEPTS&INVEST. (LL)
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Chapter 25, Problem 4MCQ
Summary Introduction
Introduction :
The building blocks of the brain and central nervous systems are neurons or nerve cells. Receiving sensory information, sending motor orders to muscles, and sending electric impulses to gland cells are the primary functions of cells.
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The function of neuroglia is to
a. carry messages from the PNS to the CNS.
b. support and protect neurons.
c. stimulate muscle contraction.
d. store memories.
Which of the following is not a way neuroglia cells help neurons?
A. Provide support and protection
B. Speed up electrical signals
C. Provide nutrients
D. Send electrical signals themselves
The cells of neuroglia are formed from two sources: ectoderm and mesenchyme.
What cells have the mesenchymal origin?
a. Fibrillar astrocyte
b. Microgliocytes
c. Ependymal cell
d. Oligodendrocyte
e. Protoplasmic astrocyte
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BIOLOGY: CONCEPTS&INVEST. (LL)
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