In Which Cells Would You Expect to Find the Highest

question 52

Multiple Choice

In which cells would you expect to find the highest level of telomerase?

• A)muscle cells
• B)adipose tissue cells
• C)neurons
• D)cells that replenish the lining of the gut

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Definitions:

Myelin

A fatty substance that forms a sheath around the axons of many neurons, increasing the speed at which electrical impulses propagate along the nerve cells.

Glial Cells

Non-neuronal cells in the central and peripheral nervous systems that provide support and protection for neurons.

Myelin Sheath

A fatty insulation that may surround the axon of a neuron.

Central Nervous System

The part of the nervous system consisting of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing information and controlling responses.