The schwann cell forms a myelin sheath around the

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The schwann cell forms a myelin sheath around the

A. Nodes of Ranvier

B. Dendrites

C. Nucleus

D. Axon

Answer: Option D

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Myelin is formed by Schwann cells in the peripheral nervous system (PNS) and oligodendrocytes in the central nervous system (CNS). Each Schwann cell forms a single myelin sheath around an axon.

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