Density-Dependent Inhibition Is Explained by Which of the Following

question 12

Multiple Choice

Density-dependent inhibition is explained by which of the following?

• A) As cells become more numerous, they begin to squeeze against each other, restricting their size and ability to produce control factors.
• B) As cells become more numerous, the cell surface proteins of one cell contact the adjoining cells and they stop dividing.
• C) As cells become more numerous, the protein kinases they produce begin to compete with each other, such that the proteins produced by one cell essentially cancel those produced by its neighbor.
• D) As cells become more numerous, more and more of them enter the S phase of the cell cycle.
• E) As cells become more numerous, the level of waste products increases, eventually slowing down metabolism.

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Definitions:

Artery

A blood vessel that carries oxygen-rich blood away from the heart to the body's tissues and organs.

Hemangioma

A benign tumor made up of blood vessels, often appearing as a red or purple birthmark.

Myocarditis

An inflammation of the heart muscle (myocardium), often caused by viral infections, that can lead to heart dysfunction.

Heart Muscle

Also known as myocardium, this is the muscular tissue of the heart responsible for its pumping action.