It Is Important for Newly Developed Neurons to Form Synapses

question 12

Multiple Choice

It is important for newly developed neurons to form synapses with other neurons. Which cells are most responsible for guiding the formation of these particular junctions?

• A) microglial cells
• B) Schwann cells
• C) satellite cells
• D) astrocytes

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The smallest particle of a chemical substance that can exist independently while retaining the composition and chemical properties of the substance.

Optically Active

A characteristic of a compound that has the ability to rotate the plane of polarized light, indicating chirality.

Enantiomers

Stereoisomers that are mirror images of each other and cannot be superimposed, significantly affecting the properties and biological activity of molecules.

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