How Many Types of Differentiated Cells Are in the Body

question 66

Multiple Choice

How many types of differentiated cells are in the body of an adult? ​

• A)100
• B)200
• C)500
• D)1,000
• E)10,0000

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Definitions:

ATP

Adenosine triphosphate, a molecule used as the primary energy carrier in cells for metabolic processes.

NADPH

Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate, a cofactor used in anabolic reactions, such as lipid and nucleic acid synthesis, which requires reducing power.

PGA

A common abbreviation with multiple meanings; in a biological context, it could refer to Phenylglyoxylic acid, otherwise, it's often used for Professional Golfers' Association.

PGAL

Phosphoglyceraldehyde, a three-carbon molecule formed in the Calvin cycle of photosynthesis and glycolysis.