Neural Control and Coordination Question 21

21. Four healthy people in their twenties got involved in injuries resulting in damage and death of a few cells of the following. Which of the cells are least likely to be replaced by new cells?

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(a) Liver cells

(b) Neurons

(c) Malpighian layer of the skin

(d) Osteocytes

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Answer : b

Hints & Solutions

(b) The neurons are cells specialised to conduct an electrochemical current. Neuron cells do not have the capability of division.