Determination ____, while differentiation ____.
A) is a cell's commitment to a developmental fate; is a cell's development into specialized cell types
B) is a cell's development into specialized cell types; is a cell's commitment to a developmental fate
C) is permanent; is reversible
D) is a result of a cell's own genetic program; is a result of influence by other cells
E) results in the final fate of a cell; results in determination

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Determination refers to the process by which a cell becomes committed to a specific developmental fate, meaning it is set on a path to become a certain type of cell. Differentiation, on the other hand, is the process by which a determined cell undergoes physical and functional changes to become a specialized cell type. This distinction highlights the sequential nature of cell development, where determination precedes and is necessary for differentiation.

Determination ____, While Differentiation ____

Determination , While Differentiation