White matter in the central nervous system is composed of:

Correct answer: C. Myelinated nerve fibers

  • A. Nerve cells
  • B. Non-myelinated nerve fibers
  • C. Myelinated nerve fibers
  • D. Connective

Explanation

White matter in the CNS is primarily composed of myelinated nerve fibers. These nerve fibers have a myelin sheath, which is formed by specialized cells called oligodendrocytes in the CNS.

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