Like all cells, the neurons' internal organization dictates its function. Neurons have relatively many mitochondria, an extensive network of rough endoplasmic reticulum and many clusters of ribosomes. These cellular features indicate all of the following except ________.
A) neurons produce many proteins
B) neurons have stable, relatively unchanging internal environments
C) neurons must meet a high demand for ATP
D) neurons have a relatively high consumption of oxygen

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The extensive network of rough endoplasmic reticulum and many clusters of ribosomes indicate that neurons produce many proteins to support their function. The relatively many mitochondria and high demand for ATP indicate that neurons require a lot of energy, and the high consumption of oxygen supports this. However, there is no indication that neurons have stable, relatively unchanging internal environments. In fact, neurons are highly adaptable and can change their internal environment in response to various stimuli.

Like All Cells, the Neurons' Internal Organization Dictates Its Function