Distinguish between growth and development

A) Growth refers to a decrease in size. Development refers to an increase in size.
B) Growth refers to changes that occur in small organisms. Development refers to changes that occur in large organisms.
C) Growth refers to an increase in size. Development refers to changes in structures and functions as the organism grows.
D) Growth refers to changes in structures and functions as the organism ages. Development refers to an increase in size.
E) Growth refers to the ability to maintain homeostasis at a single moment. Development refers to the ability to maintain homeostasis over a lifetime.


Ans: C) Growth refers to an increase in size. Development refers to changes in structures and functions as the organism grows.

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