HardZoologyNeural Control & Coordination
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Following are some statements related to neuron. Select the false statement:
A
The cell body and dendrites contain certain granular bodies called Nissl's granules
B
Dendrites transmit impulses towards the cell body
C
Schwann cells are seen only in myelinated neurons
D
Myelinated nerve fibres are found in spinal and cranial nerves
Explanation
Schwann cells are present in both myelinated and unmyelinated nerve fibers. In unmyelinated fibers, the Schwann cell simply does not form a myelin sheath around the axon.
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