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Which cell is unspecialized?

A
blood cell
B
stem cell
C
epithelial cell
D
gamete
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Which series lists the stages of development in the gestational process in order, from beginning to end?

A
zygote → gametes → embryo → fetus → organism
B
embryo → gametes → zygote → fetus → organism
C
gametes → embryo → zygote → fetus → organism
D
gametes → zygote → embryo → fetus → organism
3

When a disease-causing agent enters an organism, the immune system alerts which specialized cells?

A
epithelial cells
B
white blood cells
C
somatic stem cells
D
red blood cells
4

Which of these pairings is incorrect?

A
blood cells, components of blood
B
epithelial cells, react to stimuli
C
neurons, conduct electrical impulses
D
muscle cells, elongated cells that can contract
5

Which cells are considered immortal?

A
cardiac muscle cells
B
neurons
C
blood cells
D
stem cells
6

Which type of cell is capable of self-renewal?

A
muscle cell
B
stem cell
C
neuron
D
blood cell
8

Which is a source of adult stem cells?

A
bone marrow
B
gametes
C
embryos
D
amniotic fluid
10

Which best describes red blood cells?

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

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