How many times does a cell divide?

Understand the Problem

The question is asking about the frequency or number of times a cell undergoes division, which can refer to the process of cell division in biology, specifically mitosis and meiosis. It may also pertain to the concept of cell cycles and reproduction in organisms.

More Information

Cell division is limited primarily by the shortening of telomeres, which are protective sequences at the ends of chromosomes. After a certain number of divisions, telomeres become too short, leading to cell aging and death.

Tips

A common mistake is to assume that all cells divide the same number of times; this can vary slightly based on cell type and external conditions.

Sources

• Hayflick limit - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
• How many times can a human cell divide? - Quora - quora.com