Masses of myelinated nerve fibers appear as what color in the central nervous system?
A) White
B) Gray
C) Brown
D) Transparent
E) Red

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Masses of myelinated nerve fibers appear white in the central nervous system, which is why regions rich in these fibers are referred to as "white matter." The myelin sheath that surrounds these nerve fibers is fatty, giving these areas their white appearance.

Masses of Myelinated Nerve Fibers Appear as What Color in the Central