Introduction to Nervous Tissue definitions Flashcards

Specialized tissue that generates and carries electrical impulses throughout the body.

Electrical impulses generated and conducted by neurons in nervous tissue.

Central organ of the nervous system where nervous tissue is primarily located.

Extension of the brain that contains nervous tissue and runs through the torso.

Primary cells in nervous tissue responsible for generating and conducting electrical impulses.

Non-conducting cells in nervous tissue that support, insulate, and protect neurons.

Another term for neuroglia, encompassing multiple cell types with supportive roles.

Structures composed of nervous tissue that extend throughout the body.

Function of neuroglia to maintain the integrity of electrical impulses in neurons.

Role of neuroglia in safeguarding neurons from damage.