All of the following are glial cells of the CNS EXCEPT ________

A) microglia
B) astrocytes
C) satellite cells
D) ependymal cells


C
Explanation:
A) Microglia are phagocytic cells in the CNS.
B) Astrocytes are found in the CNS and attach blood vessels to neurons or anchor neurons in place.
D) Ependymal cells line the spaces of the brain and spinal cord.

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