Which Type of Glia Is Responsible for Forming Myelin in the Peripheral

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which type of glia is responsible for forming myelin in the peripheral nervous system? 

• A)astrocytes 
• B) oligodendrocytes 
• C)Schwann cells 
• D)microglia

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Definitions:

Axon

A long, slender projection of a nerve cell, or neuron, that conducts electrical impulses away from the neuron's cell body to transmit information to different neurons, muscles, and glands.

Reticular Formation

A complex network of interconnected neurons that are involved in regulating wakefulness, sleep, and transition between sleep and wakefulness, as well as in various reflex actions.

Limbic System

A complex system of nerves and networks in the brain, controlling basic emotions and drives like fear, pleasure, and anger.

Amygdala

A part of the brain within the temporal lobe, crucial for emotion regulation, particularly fear, and memory.