Question

Why are nerve cells long and have branches?

Answer 1

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Explanation:

Nerve cells are long and branched out because they need more surface area to pass out the signals to cell by cell.... Many nerve cells are of the basic type illustrated above. ... The neurons in the optic nerve respond to electrical stimuli sent by the cells of the retina.

Answer 2

Answer:

Nerve cells are long and have branches because they need more surface area to pass the signals to cell by cell.

Explanation:

Nerve cells are long and have long branches in order to receive and transfer messages, thereby helping to control and coordinate the working of different parts of the body. They are long and have branches to help and coordinate with all types of parts in our body.

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