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Which of the cells are phagocytic as well as scavengers?


A

Neurons

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Astrocytes

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Oligodendrocytes

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D

Microglia

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Solution

The correct option is D

Microglia


Astrocytes, oligodendrocytes and microglia are three types of neuroglia. Astrocytes provide mechanical support to the neurons. Oligodendrocytes form myelin sheaths around the axon and microglia are phagocytic and scavengers. They engulf microbes and cellular debris.


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