Which of the Following Cells Is the Precursor Cell for the Olfactory

question 167

Multiple Choice

Which of the following cells is the precursor cell for the olfactory cells?

• A)basal cells
• B)support cells
• C)ciliary cells
• D)olfactory receptor cells
• E)mitral cells

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Vesicular Igneous Texture

An igneous rock texture characterized by the presence of vesicles, or small cavities, formed by trapped gas bubbles during solidification.

Magma

The hot fluid or semi-fluid material beneath the Earth's crust from which lava and other igneous rock is formed by cooling.

Large Crystals

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