Which of the following best describes the term 'differentiation' in the context of human development?

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Which of the following best describes the term 'differentiation' in the context of human development?

Accepted Answer

B. The process by which cells become specialised for specific functions — Differentiation is the process by which unspecialised cells develop into cells with specific structures and functions, such as muscle cells, nerve cells, or red blood cells. It is distinct from cell division (mitosis) and growth. Students frequently confuse differentiation with growth or cell migration.

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C. The overall increase in the size and mass of an organism

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A. The increase in the number of cells by mitosis

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D. The movement of cells to new locations in the embryo

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B. The process by which cells become specialised for specific functions

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