Asked by Juanita Neloms on May 09, 2024

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What type of neuroglial cells provide support and nutrition to sensory ganglia in the PNS?

A) Schwann cells
B) Microglia
C) Ependymal cells
D) Satellite cells

Sensory Ganglia

Clusters of neuronal cell bodies located outside the central nervous system that relay sensory information.

Neuroglial Cells

Neuroglial cells, or simply glia, are non-neuronal cells in the nervous system that provide support, protection, and nutrition to neurons, playing a crucial role in maintaining neuronal function.

PNS

Peripheral Nervous System, which includes all the nerves that lie outside the brain and spinal cord, responsible for connecting the CNS to the limbs and organs.

  • Distinguish between the different glial cells and appreciate their functions in both the Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems.
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Allennia ShelbyMay 10, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Satellite cells are the type of neuroglial cells that provide support and nutrition to sensory ganglia in the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS). They surround the neuron cell bodies within ganglia, helping to regulate the external chemical environment.