Which of the Following Statements Describes a Cell That Is

question 64

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes a cell that is considered to be differentiated?

• A) The cell replicates by the process of mitosis.
• B) The cell loses connections to the surrounding cells.
• C) The cell produces proteins specific to a particular cell type.
• D) The cell appears to be different from the surrounding cells.

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