Question

Neurons are well-protected by protein sheaths and supported functionally by widely distributed glial cells in 10:1 ratio. The supporting glial cells are classififed by their size into ___________________ & _________________.

• A. Cyton & Axon
• B. Schwann Cells and Oligodendrocytes
• C. Macroglia & Microglia
• D. Astroglia and Ependymal Cells

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Macroglia & Microglia

Like all organ systems, the nervous system can do its specialized functions because the cells that make up the nervous system are specialized. The cells in the nervous system are specialized both in how they work individually and how they are connected to each other. The nervous system contains two kinds of cells:

• neurons are the cell type (primarily) responsible for communication and integration in the nervous system.
• glia, which protect the neurons, but also modify their action.
• The supporting glial cells are classified by their size into macroglia & microglia.