Neural/Nervous Tissue Flashcards
1
Q
What does the neural/nervous tissue do?
A
Conducts electrical impulses around body
2
Q
Where is neural/nervous tissue do?
A
Most tissue in brain and spinal cord
3
Q
What are the cells in this tissue called?
A
Neurons and neuroglia
4
Q
What is the function of neuroglia cells?
A
Neuroglia provide support for neurons and maintain chemical balance of tissue and fight off infection
5
Q
What is one fact about neural/nervous tissue?
A
Has limited ability to repair damage
