Cell Differentiation (AQA GCSE Biology Combined Science): Quizzes
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What process do stem cells undergo to form specialised cells?
What process do stem cells undergo to form specialised cells?
Differentiation
What does differentiation involve in cells?
What does differentiation involve in cells?
Switching some genes on or off
Why are genes switched on or off during differentiation?
Why are genes switched on or off during differentiation?
To produce different proteins
When do almost all animal cells differentiate?
When do almost all animal cells differentiate?
At an early stage
What ability do animal cells lose after early differentiation?
What ability do animal cells lose after early differentiation?
The ability to differentiate
Why can red blood cells not divide?
Why can red blood cells not divide?
They lose their nucleus
What replaces red blood cells that cannot divide?
What replaces red blood cells that cannot divide?
Adult stem cells
Why does cell division occur in mature animals?
Why does cell division occur in mature animals?
To repair or replace damaged cells
How long do many plant cells retain the ability to differentiate?
How long do many plant cells retain the ability to differentiate?
Throughout their life
When do plant cells differentiate?
When do plant cells differentiate?
Once they reach their final position