Question

Glia that provides myelin for neurons in the brain is called ________.

a. Schwann cells

b. oligodendrocytes

c. microglia

d. astrocytes

Short answer

Option b is the correct answer.

Step-by-step solution

Introduction

Glial cells protect and preserve the surroundings of neurons. The oligodendrocyte, astrocyte, ependymal, and microglial cells of the central nervous system are glial cells.

The explanation for the correct answer

Around axons, oligodendrocytes create the myelin sheath.

The explanation for incorrect options

Therefore, rest of the options are irrelevant.