Question

The gap between two myelin sheath is known as:

• A. Nodes of Ranvier
• B. Synaptic cleft
• C. Schwann cells
• D. Synaptic knob
• E. Neural plate

Answer 1

The correct option is A Nodes of Ranvier

Myelin sheath surrounds the axon of the nerve cell. It is a fatty white substance. It forms an insulating layer on the axon. It is formed by a process known as myelination. The gap between two myelin sheaths is known as the node of Ranvier.

So, the correct answer is option A.