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The four types in the CNS are microglia, astrocytes, ependymal, and oligodendrocytes.

*microglia= phagocytes

*astrocytes= form the blood brain barrier

*ependymal= produce CSF (cerebral spinal fluid)

*oligodendrocytes= form the myelin sheath that wraps around the axon

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Specialized supporting cells in the CNS?

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What are the two types of nervous tissue?

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What are the four types of neuroglia in the CNS?

The four types of neuroglia in the central nervous system (CNS) are astrocytes, oligodendrocytes, microglia, and ependymal cells. Astrocytes provide structural support and regulate the chemical environment, oligodendrocytes produce myelin to insulate axons, microglia are the immune cells of the CNS, and ependymal cells line the ventricles and produce cerebrospinal fluid.


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What is the general name for all support cells within the CNS?

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What is the CNS neuroglia that move CSF?

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What is the most abundant neuroglia in the CNS?

The most abundant neuroglia in the central nervous system (CNS) is the astrocyte. Astrocytes play various roles in supporting neuronal function, such as providing structural support, regulating the chemical environment, and contributing to the blood-brain barrier.


Supporting cells found in the CNS are called neuroglia?

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Ciliated CNS neuroglia that play an active role in moving the cerebrospinal fluid?

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