Cell Differentiation and Specialization

Question 1

are capable of differentiation to form specialized cells.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Stem cells

Question 2

What controls differentiation? Choose the correct answer.

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genes

Question 3

Use the drop-down menus to complete the sentences. stem cells are capable of , not differentiation. stem cells are capable of self-renewal and . stem cells are capable of and limited differentiation.

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Embryonic; Somatic; Amniotic fluid; self-renewal; limited self-renewal; differentiation; limited differentiation

Question 4

Which specialized cells are created from stem cells? Check all that apply.

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red and white blood cells; muscle cells; neurons; epithelial cells

Question 5

What is the role of specialized cells in the body? Choose the correct answer.

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Specialized cells perform specific functions for the body, enabling the organism to survive.

Question 6

Why is it necessary for cells to maintain homeostasis? Choose the correct answer.

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Cells must maintain an internal balance to perform their specialized functions; homeostasis allows this to happen.

Question 7

Scientists have conducted multiple experiments on cancer cells to determine how they reproduce. All studies have shown the same result. Choose the correct response that explains the results.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Cancer cells lack contact inhibition; therefore, they do not stop reproducing.

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