Section 2
Neuroglia
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Neuroglia of the Central Nervous System
Glia (named from the Greek for "glue") helps in supporting and scaffolding neurons, while performing many unique functions.
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Neuroglia of the Peripheral Nervous System
The two kinds of glia cells in the PNS, schwann cells and satellite cells, each have unique functions.