The dendrites of olfactory receptor cells are located in the
A) glomeruli
B) olfactory bulb
C) olfactory epithelium
D) olfactory gland

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The olfactory receptor cells have dendrites located in the olfactory epithelium, which is a specialized tissue lining the nasal cavity. The glomeruli and olfactory bulb are located deeper in the nasal cavity and are involved in processing odor information. The olfactory gland is not directly involved in olfaction, but rather produces mucus that helps to trap odor molecules.

The Dendrites of Olfactory Receptor Cells Are Located in the