Question

    Which cells are responsible for producing the myelin sheath in the nervous system?

    A Neurons Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Dendrites Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Schwann cells Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Astrocytes Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Schwann cells in the peripheral nervous system, along with oligodendroglial cells in the central nervous system, are tasked with forming the myelin sheath, which facilitates rapid signal transmission across nerve cells.

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