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The longest cell in the body of an animal is

A
Osteocytes
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Neuron
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Chromatophores
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D
Lymph corpuscles
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Solution

The correct option is D Neuron
The longest cells in the human body are the neurons. Neurons are the cells of the nervous system. These cells are responsible to carry the impulse and responses. The axonic end of the neuron is present in the skin and extends into the CNS (brain and spinal cord).
Therefore, the correct answer is option B.

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