Which of These Statements Concerning the Ability of Certain Cells

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements concerning the ability of certain cells to divide and produce new cells is not correct?

• A) Regeneration is accomplished primarily by stem cells.
• B) Regeneration can involve differentiated cells in liver and pancreas.
• C) Stem cells continue to divide throughout life.
• D) Mature skeletal muscle cells are able to divide.
• E) Mature cardiac muscle cells are unable to divide.

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Definitions:

Distress

Extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain; a negative stress reaction that can be physical, emotional, or psychological.

Delusion

A strongly held mistaken belief that is maintained in the face of contradicting evidence, often occurring as part of various psychiatric conditions.

Deviance

Behaviors or actions that deviate from societal norms or expectations, which can be formal (breaking laws) or informal (violating social norms).

Hysteria

An outdated term for a psychological disorder characterized by conversion of psychological stress into physical symptoms.