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Cell Differentiation and Specialization Answers

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

A
Specialized cells perform specific functions for the body, enabling the organism to survive.
B
Specialized cells create stem cells for differentiation.
C
Specialized cells, made from stem cells, can change roles to fit the needs of the organism, enabling the organism to survive.
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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.

A
Embryonic
B
Somatic
C
Amniotic fluid
D
self-renewal
E
limited self-renewal
F
Embryonic
G
Somatic
H
Amniotic fluid
I
differentiation
J
limited differentiation
K
Embryonic
L
Somatic
M
Amniotic fluid
N
self-renewal
O
limited self-renewal
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Which specialized cells are created from stem cells? Check all that apply.

A
red and white blood cells
B
muscle cells
C
neurons
D
epithelial cells
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Why is it necessary for cells to maintain homeostasis? Choose the correct answer.

A
Cells can only survive for a short time; homeostasis allows them to complete their specialized role efficiently.
B
Cells must maintain an internal balance to perform their specialized functions; homeostasis allows this to happen.
C
Cells must change their external conditions to meet the internal conditions within them; homeostasis allows this to happen.

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