Neuronal Cells That Are Short-Lived and Therefore Are Frequently Replaced

question 143

Multiple Choice

Neuronal cells that are short-lived and therefore are frequently replaced are

• A) gustatory receptors.
• B) nociceptors.
• C) Pacinian corpuscles.
• D) olfactory receptors.
• E) retinal cells.

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