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Myelin sheath covers

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Muscle fibre
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Nerve fibre
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Collagen fibre
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Tendon
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Solution

The correct option is C Nerve fibre
The myelin sheath is a greatly extended and modified plasma membrane wrapped around the nerve axon in a spiral fashion. Myelin is an insulating layer or sheath, that forms around nerves, including those in the brain and spinal cord. It is made up of protein and fatty substances.

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