The blood-brain barrier
A. does not prevent fluctuations in the composition of the blood from affecting the functions of the brain.
B. prohibits the removal of waste materials from the neurons.
C. protects neurons from toxic substances in the blood.
D. prohibits the transport of amino acids and glucose to the neurons.
E. permits passage of foreign substances from the blood to the neurons.
Answer: C
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