Define cellular differentiation

What will be an ideal response?


Cellular differentiation is the development of specific cellular characteristics and functions that are different from the original cell. It results from specific genes in the cell being turned on or off.

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The somatic nervous system controls voluntary actions and the autonomic nervous

system oversees involuntary actions. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following are the three unpaired arteries arising from the abdominal aorta?

A. Celiac trunk, superior mesenteric artery, and inferior mesenteric artery B. Lumbar artery, celiac trunk, and gonadal artery C. Renal artery, hepatic artery, and common iliac artery D. Hepatic artery, lumbar artery, and common iliac artery E. Superior mesenteric artery, inferior mesenteric artery, and gonadal artery

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A junction specialized for communication between neurons is called a ________

A) dendrite B) axon C) telodendrion D) synapse

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With 2:1 rhythm, the atrial rate is very rapid and the ventricular rate is normal or above normal, whereas with 2:1 block, the atrial rate is normal but the ventricular rate is below normal

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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