Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Nervous Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Nervous Tissue

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Which type of neuroglia produces the myelin sheath in the peripheral nervous system?

Microglia

Astrocytes

Schwann cells

Oligodendrocytes

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Begin by understanding the role of neuroglia in the nervous system. Neuroglia, or glial cells, are non-neuronal cells that provide support and protection for neurons.

Recognize that the myelin sheath is a fatty layer that surrounds the axons of neurons, facilitating faster transmission of electrical signals.

Differentiate between the types of neuroglia based on their location and function. In the central nervous system (CNS), oligodendrocytes produce the myelin sheath, while in the peripheral nervous system (PNS), Schwann cells are responsible for this function.

Identify the key characteristics of Schwann cells. They are found in the PNS and wrap around axons to form the myelin sheath, which is crucial for efficient nerve signal transmission.

Conclude that Schwann cells are the type of neuroglia that produce the myelin sheath in the peripheral nervous system, distinguishing them from oligodendrocytes, which perform a similar function in the CNS.