The Schwann cell forms a myelin sheath around the ________.
A) dendrites
B) cell body
C) nucleus
D) axon
E) nodes of Ranvier

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Schwann cell is a type of glial cell that is responsible for the formation of the myelin sheath around the axon of a neuron in the peripheral nervous system. The myelin sheath helps to insulate the axon and allows for faster propagation of electrical signals.

The Schwann Cell Forms a Myelin Sheath Around the ________