Section 1
Neurons and Glial Cells
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Neurons and Glial Cells
Neurons and glia coordinate actions and transmit signals in the CNS and PNS.
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Neurons
Four major types of neurons transmit signals through the body via specialized structures such as dendrites, axons, and synapses.
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Glia
The seven types of glia have specific functions that play a role in supporting neuron function.