Ependytes

/ɛˈpɛndɪts/ noun

Definition

The individual cells that make up the ependyma, the lining membrane of the brain's fluid-filled cavities.

Etymology

From Greek 'ependyma' plus the suffix '-yte' (meaning 'cell'), following the biological naming convention for naming specific cell types within tissues.

Kelly Says

Ependytes are remarkable because they're multiciliated cells—each one has dozens of tiny hair-like structures that beat in coordinated waves to move cerebrospinal fluid around your brain like an internal ocean current!

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