Which of the following statements about hair cells is not true?

A. Their structure includes stereocilia and a kinocilium.
B. Bending of the cells triggers ion flow across the cell membrane.
C. They are found in the mammalian ear.
D. They are found in the fish lateral line system.
E. They can be repaired if they rupture.


Answer: E

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