Question

which cells proliferate to replace lost olfactory cells? mitral cells sustentacular cells basal cells bowman’s cells

Explanation:

Basal cells are stem - like cells in the olfactory epithelium. They have the ability to divide and differentiate. When olfactory receptor cells (which are the actual olfactory cells that detect odors) are damaged or lost, basal cells can proliferate. They can differentiate into new olfactory receptor cells as well as other cell types in the olfactory epithelium.
Mitral cells are second - order neurons in the olfactory bulb that receive input from olfactory receptor cells. Sustentacular cells are supporting cells in the olfactory epithelium that provide metabolic and structural support but do not replace lost olfactory cells. Bowman's glands (not Bowman's cells, but if we assume it's a misnomer for Bowman's gland - related cells) secrete mucus in the olfactory epithelium, which is important for trapping odorant molecules, but they do not replace lost olfactory cells.

Answer:

Basal cells