A Cell in the Human Nervous System Whose Primary Function

question 372

Multiple Choice

A cell in the human nervous system whose primary function is to provide insulation and structure for neurons on which they may develop and work is called a(n) ________.

• A) epidermal cell
• B) adipose cell
• C) glial cell
• D) myelin sheath

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Definitions:

Myelin

A fatty substance that covers and protects nerve fibers in the brain and spinal cord, facilitating the rapid transmission of neural signals.

Electrical Messages

Signals transmitted through neurons that facilitate communication within the nervous system.

Nervous System

The complex network of nerves and cells that transmits signals between different parts of the body.

Failure To Thrive (FTT)

A disorder of infancy and early childhood characterized by variable eating and inadequate gains in weight.