Growth and Development in Living Organisms
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Which process is responsible for growth in cells and organisms?

  • Cell specialization
  • Cell enlargement
  • Cell division (correct)
  • Cell differentiation

    • What is the main difference in the manner of growth between animals and plants?

  • Animals grow through cell division and enlargement, while plants grow through cell differentiation and specialization.
  • Animals grow until they reach a genetically predetermined size, while plants can continue to grow throughout their entire lifespan. (correct)
  • Animals grow at certain parts of their bodies known as meristems, while plants grow until they reach a genetically predetermined size.
  • Animals grow throughout their entire lifespan, while plants only grow during youth.

    • What are meristematic tissues in plants responsible for?

  • Cell division (correct)
  • Cell specialization
  • Cell differentiation
  • Cell enlargement

    • Why can differentiated cells in plants not perform continuous cell division?

    <p>They are incapable of cell division due to their specialized functions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true about growth in living organisms?

    <p>Each organism has its own way of growing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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