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Which is not a neuroglial cell?

A
Oligodendrocyte
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Microglia
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C
Astrocyte
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D
Chondrocyte
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Solution

The correct option is D Chondrocyte
The neuroglia or glial cells are defined as supportive cells of the central nervous and peripheral nervous system that primarily support, protect and nourish the neurons. There are basically four types of neuroglial cells:-
Astrocytes, Oligodendrocytes, Microglia and Ependyma.While Chondrocytes are cells that make up the dense connective tissue that is present in the cartilage matrix.
So, the correct answer is 'Chondrocyte'.

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