Cells Flashcards

1
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neurons (2)

A

fire signals/send messages connected to the muscles

most are myelinated = speeds up signalling

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4 types of glial cells and roles

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ependymal - makes up epithelial lining and produces CSF
astrocytes - sit between blood supply and neurons and extracts nutrients to supply the neurons
microglia - fight infections
oligodendrocytes - produces myelin

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