Neurons have different physical characteristics from most other body cells.Which of the following is FALSE?
A)Damaged neurons in the central nervous system heal spontaneously.
B)Only the neuron has an axon and dendrites which are specialized to conduct information.
C)The neuron forms synapses with target cells.
D)Only the neuron has both electrical and chemical communication.

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Damaged neurons in the central nervous system do not heal spontaneously. Unlike other cells in the body, neurons do not have the ability to undergo mitosis to regenerate damaged tissue. However, there is ongoing research to find ways to stimulate neuronal regeneration after injury.

Neurons Have Different Physical Characteristics from Most Other Body Cells