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Cell Differentiation and Specialization — Quiz Answers

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4

Which lists the steps of differentiation of neuron development?

A
stem cell undergoes mitosis, two identical daughter cells are produced, daughter cells divide to produce neurons
B
neuron undergoes mitosis, two daughter cells are produced, one daughter cell is a stem cell, one daughter cell is identical to neuron
C
neuron undergoes mitosis, two identical daughter cells are produced, daughter cells divide to produce stem cells
D
stem cell undergoes mitosis, two daughter cells are produced, one daughter cell is a neuron, one daughter cell is identical to stem cell
5

Which best compares self-renewal and differentiation?

A
Both are processes that are the result of stem cell division.
B
Both create more of the same types of cells.
C
Both form specialized cells.
D
Both depend on gene expression.
7

What role do red blood cells play in the human body?

A
They protect against disease-carrying microorganisms.
B
They transport oxygen throughout the body.
C
They aid in blood clotting.
D
They protect against injury.
8

Which of these definitions have been paired with the correct type of cell?

A
Neurons are cells that conduct electrical impulses.
B
Epithelial cells are cells that carry oxygen through the body.
C
Blood cells are elongated cells that can contract.
D
Muscle cells are components of blood.
9

Which are sources of adult stem cells? Choose three correct answers.

A
brain
B
embryo
C
liver
D
bone marrow
E
gametes
F
amniotic fluid
10

Which type of cell can duplicate indefinitely?

A
blood cell
B
neuron
C
stem cell
D
muscle cell

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