A growth cone for a developing neuron is
A) a structure that influences neighboring cells in differentiation.
B) an attractant chemical that guides axon growth and inhibits meiosis.
C) a death gene that is expressed when a cell "decides" to die, leading to the formation of exact replacements for that cell.
D) the swollen end of an axon or dendrite that facilitates the branching structure to reach its synaptic target.

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A growth cone is the tip of an axon or dendrite that facilitates the branching structure to reach its synaptic target. It is responsible for sensing the environment, responding to guidance cues, and regulating the growth of the axon or dendrite.

A Growth Cone for a Developing Neuron Is