Star-shaped neuroglial cell present between the blood capillaries and the Brain and Spinal Cord. Astrocytes monitor substances that enter and leave the brain and prevent sudden changes in the environment around the Central Nervous System.
Association Neurons (Interneurons)
Neurons located between Neurons also called Interneurons.
Association Fibers
Axons that interconnect areas of the Cerebral Cortex in the same hemisphere.
Ascending Tract
A bundle of Neurons Axons that carries impulses to the Brain.
Arytenoid Cartilage
Cartilage in the Larynx attached to one end of the Vocal Cord.
Articulation
The process of word formation; requires voluntary movements of the lip, cheek and tongue muscles.
Articular Cartilage
Hyaline cartilage covering the ends of long bones that participates in Synovial Joint formation.
Arteriovenous Anastomosis
Direct connections between Arterioles and Venules.