Cells Flashcards
1
Q
neurons (2)
A
fire signals/send messages connected to the muscles
most are myelinated = speeds up signalling
2
Q
4 types of glial cells and roles
A
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