Continuous Cell Lines Differ from Primary Cell Lines in That

question 31

Multiple Choice

Continuous cell lines differ from primary cell lines in that

• A) Continuous cell lines are derived from primary cell lines.
• B) Viruses can be grown in continuous cell lines.
• C) Continuous cell lines are from human embryos.
• D) Continuous cell lines always have to be reisolated from animal tissues.
• E) Continuous cell lines can be maintained through an indefinite number of generations.

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Definitions:

Somites

Blocks of mesodermal cells located on either side of the neural tube in the developing embryo, which will differentiate into the vertebrae, rib cage, and associated musculature.

Muscles

Tissues composed of fibers capable of contracting to produce movement or maintain the position of parts of the body.

Glands

Organs or tissues in the body that secrete hormones, enzymes, or other substances to fulfill specific physiological processes.

Frontonasal

Pertaining to both the forehead and nose.