Cell Differentiation (AQA GCSE Biology): Quizzes
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What do stem cells undergo to become specialised cells?
What do stem cells undergo to become specialised cells?
Differentiation
What happens to genes during cell differentiation?
What happens to genes during cell differentiation?
Some genes are switched on or off
When do most animal cells differentiate?
When do most animal cells differentiate?
At an early stage
How do most specialised cells replicate?
How do most specialised cells replicate?
Through mitosis
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
What is the main purpose of cell division in mature animals?
What is the main purpose of cell division in mature animals?
Repair or replace damaged cells
How long can many plant cells differentiate for?
How long can many plant cells differentiate for?
Throughout their life
When do plant cells typically differentiate?
When do plant cells typically differentiate?
Once they reach their final position
What can happen to plant cells if moved to a new position?
What can happen to plant cells if moved to a new position?
They can re-differentiate