Neuroglia

Question 1

Neuroglia or glia cells

Answer 1

different types of support cells

Question 2

Astrocytes

Answer 2

-look like stars because of shape
-provide neurons with oxygen and nutrients
-remove waste
-manage ion concentration around neuron
-help bbb by making capillaries less porous

Question 3

Oligodendrocytes

Answer 3

-wrap around CNS neurons to create myelin
-insulating buffer

Question 4

Microglia

Answer 4

-protect CNS neurons
-Microglia are macrophages that phagocytize (engulf) cell debris and pathogens

Question 5

Ependymal cells

Answer 5

-have cilia
-found in brain cavities with fluid
-remove waste from brain
-have a role in cerebrospinal fluid balance

Question 6

2 Types of Glia cells in PNS:

Answer 6

1. Schwann cells: provide the protective myelin sheath on axon
2. Satellite cells: help protect and support cell bodies that are clustered in groups called ganglia