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Identify the type of cell that is long and branched.

  1. A
    Nerve cell
  2. B
    Columnar epithelial cell
  3. C
    White blood cell
  4. D
    Red blood cell

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Nerve cells (neurons) are structurally specialized to be long and branched. Their elongated shape and branching projections (dendrites and axons) allow them to efficiently receive and transmit bioelectric signals across long distances throughout the body.

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Identify the type of cell that is long and branched.
A
Nerve cell
B
Columnar epithelial cell
C
White blood cell
D
Red blood cell

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