Building Blocks and Glia Flashcards
1
Q
What parts of the nervous system allow us to engage in complex behaviours?
A
neurones
2
Q
What is a neuronal network
A
Extremely structured communication between multiple neurons
3
Q
What do dendrites do
A
Receive and send communication from other neurons
4
Q
Where is the nucleus of a neurone found
A
cell body
5
Q
What is the function of glial cells
A
support and hold together the nervous system and neuronal function
6
Q
What are the 3 types of glial cells
A
- Microglia
- Astrocytes
- Oligodendrocytes
7
Q
What is the function of microglia
A
Remove debris from dead or degenerating glia
8
Q
what is the function of astrocytes
A
regulate the chemical content of the extracellular space
9
Q
where are astrocytes very important
A
the blood brain barrier
10
Q
What is the function of oligodendrocytes
A
- myelinating glia provides layers of membrane that insulate axons in the brain to increase conduction velocity
11
Q
what are oligodendrocytes called in the PNS
A
Schwann cells
