Answer: E) provide the defense for the CNS
Explanation:
Astrocytes can be defined as one of the cell types in the central nervous system. These are the dominant glial cell found in the brain. These cells perform a variety of functions in the brain. The functions includes axon guidance, synaptic support, controlling the blood brain barrier and blood flow. Â These cells maintain the chemical environment in the brain especially around the neuron.
These cells do not provide to the central nervous system.