Meaning of the word glia in English
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glia
US /ˈɡlaɪ.ə/
UK /ˈɡlaɪ.ə/
Noun
non-neuronal cells in the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system that do not produce electrical impulses. They maintain homeostasis, form myelin, and provide support and protection for neurons.
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Recent research highlights the crucial role of glia in brain function beyond just support.
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Unlike neurons, glia do not generate action potentials.