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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.

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