Cells Provide Support for Neurons, Protect Them, and Respond to Injury

question 130

Short Answer

cells provide support for neurons, protect them, and respond to injury among other things.

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Definitions:

Optimum Temperature

The temperature at which a particular enzyme or metabolic process achieves its highest rate of activity.

Pancreatic Amylase

An enzyme produced by the pancreas that helps in the digestion of carbohydrates by breaking them down into simple sugars.

Salivary Amylase

An enzyme found in saliva that initiates the digestive process by breaking down starch into simpler sugars.

Biological Catalysts

Enzymes that speed up chemical reactions in the body without being consumed in the process.