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Question Bank [2022] — BIOLOGY STD 12 Science — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 ScienceBIOLOGYQuestion Bank [2022]1 Mark
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Give function of astrocytes in nervous system.
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Answer

Astrocytes have varied roles in the brain, secretion and absorption of neural transmitter and maintenance of blood-brain barrier BBB. They also regulate the transmission of electrical impulses with the brain.

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