The central nervous system is made up of these and are and both essential sections of the brain and spinal cord
What is gray and white matter
This is a thin fiber that connects neurons so that they can communicate
What is axon
This is a small space between two nerve cells that allows neurons to communicate with each other and pass on information
Synapse
Name the two divisions of the Nervous System
What is CNS & PNS
These supportive, or stromal cells accomplish their supportive function by physically holding the neurons together and also protecting them.
Neuroglia cells
This is a thick membrane made of dense irregular connective tissue that surrounds the brain and spinal cord.
What is the dura mater
These cells connect neurons and blood vessels and form a structure called the blood-brain barrier (BBB), which prevents or slows the passage of some drugs and disease-causing organisms to the CNS.
Astrocytes
This is a thin, delicate membrane that takes its name from its spidery appearance.
What is arachnoid
This is a fatty layer that insulates and protects nerve cells
What is myelin sheath