In Principle, How Many Different Cell Types Can an Organism

question 63

Multiple Choice

In principle, how many different cell types can an organism having four different types of transcription regulators and thousands of genes create?

• A)up to 4
• B)up to 8
• C)up to 16
• D)thousands

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Definitions:

Anaerobic Breakdown

The process of generating energy in cells in the absence of oxygen, producing substances such as lactate.

ATP

Adenosine triphosphate is a compound that transports energy within cells to fuel metabolic processes.

Aerobic Respiration

The process of producing cellular energy involving oxygen, converting glucose and oxygen into carbon dioxide and water, and releasing energy.

Nutrients

Substances needed by organisms to survive, grow, and reproduce, which are obtained from food.