Neuroglia play a variety of roles and are found throughout the nervous system. Which of the following neuroglia is found only in the peripheral nervous system?
A) Schwann cells
B) astrocytes
C) oligodendrocytes
D) ependymal cells

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Schwann cells are a type of neuroglia found only in the peripheral nervous system. Astrocytes and oligodendrocytes are found in the central nervous system, and ependymal cells are found lining the ventricles and central canal of the spinal cord.

Neuroglia Play a Variety of Roles and Are Found Throughout