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types of cells in the nervous system - Coggle Diagram
types of cells in the nervous system
neurons
FUNCTION: nerve communication
receive stimuli
conduct action potential
transmits signals to other neurons or effector organs
STRUCTURE
cell body/ soma
dendrite(s)
axon
TYPES
sensory neuron
motor neuron
interneuron
neuroglia/ glial cells
FUNCTION: supporting role
insulates, protects and supports
astrocyte
ependymal cell
microglial cell
oligodendrocyte
schwann cell