Yes. Glial cells are the neuron's "helper". They provide neurons with support, insulation, and protection.

One of the more well-known hormones that are made in the brain is the *Growth Hormone*, which is produced by the pituitary gland. It is a small gla...

I would say it depends on the organism and how it functions! For example, we are quite complex (organ-wise) and are obviously quite successful anim...

Arteries have an outer tube of connective tissue for structural support. And smooth muscle tissue makes next layer. Smooth muscle tissue layer allo...

Cells of connective tissue work in synergy. They provide matrix (as some form of a skeleton) which is 'invaded' with mobile or fixed cells of conne...

Every tissue has its role in an organ! Epithelial gives protection, skeletal gives support, muscle helps locomotion and neural conducting signals!...

"Phlegm" is removed from your throat in a couple of different ways: phlegm that is produced in your respiratory passageways is moved into your oral...

They do — arteries are a type of blood vessel (i.e. an element of the cardiovascular system), which is mentioned in this article. In the future, fo...

The biosphere-- consisting of all life on earth.

Chemically, the human body consists mainly of water and organic compounds—i.e., lipids, proteins, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids. The human body...

The four main types of tissue in the human body are epithelial, muscle, nerve, and connective.

The nine major organ systems in the human body are the integumentary system, the musculoskeletal system, the respiratory system, the circulatory sy...