Each olfactory receptor cell has a half dozen to a dozen little hairs that project out.These are called _________.
A)olfactory cones
B)olfactory rods
C)olfactory buds
D)cilia

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The little hairs that project out of olfactory receptor cells are called cilia. Option A and B are incorrect as olfactory receptors do not have cones or rods like those found in the eye. Option C is also incorrect as olfactory buds do not exist.

Each Olfactory Receptor Cell Has a Half Dozen to a Dozen