Joshua has had a portion of his liver removed. His physician is confident that Joshua will improve because the liver will regenerate. How is this possible?
A) Stabile cells of the liver are able to divide and replace the removed liver tissue.
B) Permanent cells of the liver are able to divide and replace the removed liver tissue.
C) New cells are not formed; the remaining tissue just spreads out, filling the newly formed space.
D) Neurons associated with the liver differentiate into liver cells to replace the missing tissue.

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Stabile cells, such as those in the liver, have the unique ability to enter the cell cycle and divide after a period of quiescence. This capacity allows the liver to regenerate tissue that has been removed or damaged.

Joshua Has Had a Portion of His Liver Removed