Cell Specialization

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What is cell specialization?

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Cell specialization is the process by which generic cells in the body develop into specific types of cells with distinct functions, such as muscle cells, nerve cells, and blood cells.

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What happens during the process of differentiation?

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During differentiation, only specific sections of DNA are activated to determine the structure and functions of a body cell.

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Do all cells in the human body have the same DNA?

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True, all cells in the human body have the same DNA, but they express different genes.

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What are stem cells?

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Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that have the potential to develop into any type of cell in the body.

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Why are muscle cells different from blood cells?

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Muscle cells and blood cells are different because different genes are activated in muscle cells than in blood cells.

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What is the role of gene activation in cell specialization?

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Gene activation determines which proteins are produced in a cell, leading to the development of specific cell types.

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What is the significance of stem cells in development?

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Stem cells are significant because they can differentiate into various cell types, playing a crucial role in growth and repair.

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How do environmental factors influence cell specialization?

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Environmental factors can influence cell specialization by affecting gene expression, leading to different cell types based on external conditions.

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What is the difference between embryonic stem cells and adult stem cells?

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Embryonic stem cells are pluripotent and can become any cell type, while adult stem cells are multipotent and can only differentiate into a limited range of cell types.

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What is the process of apoptosis?

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Apoptosis is the programmed cell death that occurs in multicellular organisms, which is essential for development and maintaining homeostasis.