The myelin sheath around axons in the CNS is formed by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The myelin sheath around axons in the CNS is formed by:
A. Astrocytes
B. Schwann cells
C. Microglia
D. Oligodendrocytes
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
In the central nervous system, oligodendrocytes wrap axons forming the myelin sheath. In the peripheral nervous system, Schwann cells perform this function.

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