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Introduction to Nervous Tissue definitions Flashcards

Introduction to Nervous Tissue definitions
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  • Nervous Tissue
    Specialized tissue that generates and carries electrical impulses throughout the body.
  • Action Potentials
    Electrical impulses generated and conducted by neurons in nervous tissue.
  • Brain
    Central organ of the nervous system where nervous tissue is primarily located.
  • Spinal Cord
    Extension of the brain that contains nervous tissue and runs through the torso.
  • Neurons
    Primary cells in nervous tissue responsible for generating and conducting electrical impulses.
  • Neuroglia
    Non-conducting cells in nervous tissue that support, insulate, and protect neurons.
  • Glial Cells
    Another term for neuroglia, encompassing multiple cell types with supportive roles.
  • Nerves
    Structures composed of nervous tissue that extend throughout the body.
  • Insulation
    Function of neuroglia to maintain the integrity of electrical impulses in neurons.
  • Protection
    Role of neuroglia in safeguarding neurons from damage.