Imagine That a Researcher Is Studying a Population of Nerve

question 36

Multiple Choice

Imagine that a researcher is studying a population of nerve cells known as the neural crest. In mice where these cells fail to form (or migrate) properly, the cranial ganglia and their associated nerves appear small. As a result, these mice do not respond to strong odors, loud noises, or bitter-tasting food. The neural crest likely forms which of the following?

• A)neurons of the central nervous system
• B)neurons of the peripheral nervous system
• C)glia of the peripheral nervous system
• D)glia of the central nervous system
• E)neurons and glia of the peripheral nervous system

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