What are the only neurons in the body to routinely undergo mitosis?

A. Olfactory receptors
B. Auditory hair cells
C. Ganglion cells
D. Basal cells in the taste buds
E. Bipolar cells


Answer: A

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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