A. Astrocytes B. Microglia c. Ependymal D. oligodendrocytes E. Schwann cells F. satellite cells Cells that produce the myelin in the PNS. Cells that produce the myelin in the CNS. Phagocytes that dispose of debris such as dead brain cells and bacteria Anchors and braces neurons with cellular projections. Cells have cilia that help circulate the cerebrospinal fluid. Cells help cushion and protect neurons in the PNS. Cells serve as a medium for diffusion between capillaries and neurons Cells line cavities of the brain and spinal cord

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