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The smaller glial cells that forms the first line of defense and immunity of nerve cells are called as _____.

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Macroglia

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Astroglia

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Microglia

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Neuroglia

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Solution

The correct option is C
Microglia

Microglia are a type of glial cell located throughout the brain and spinal cord. Microglia account for 10–15% of all cells found within the brain. As the resident macrophage cells, they act as the first and main form of active immune defense in the central nervous system (CNS).

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