Which of the Following is Not a Function of Glial

Question

Which of the following is not a function of glial cells?
A) Supplying nutrients
B) Insulating nerve tissue
C) Conducting nerve impulses
D) Consuming foreign particles
E) Orienting neurons during embryonic development

Accepted Answer

Glial cells do not conduct nerve impulses; that is the role of neurons. Glial cells have a variety of other functions including supplying nutrients, insulating nerve tissue, consuming foreign particles, and orienting neurons during embryonic development.