Why can't neurons divide?
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Oct 15, 2016
Neurons can not divide after the birth.
Explanation:
- For a cell to divide it should undergo either Mitosis or Meiosis. As neurons are somatic cells then they should undergo Mitosis.
- For Mitosis to occur, Centrioles should move to the poles and should develop spindle fibers that pull the chromosomes.
- Neurons lack the Centrioles and hence Mitosis is not possible and so they can't divide.
