Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A) Once a person reaches maturity, cell division stops except to repair wounds.
B) Cell division in an adult signifies cancer.
C) Select cells throughout the body retain the ability to divide and replace themselves.
D) Growth continues throughout the life of an adult human.
E) All cells retain the ability to divide even after the organism reaches maturity.

Question

Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A) ​Once a person reaches maturity, cell division stops except to repair wounds.
B) ​Cell division in an adult signifies cancer.
C) Select cells throughout the body retain the ability to divide and replace themselves.​
D) ​Growth continues throughout the life of an adult human.
E) ​All cells retain the ability to divide even after the organism reaches maturity.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Select cells throughout the body, such as stem cells, retain the ability to divide and replace themselves even in adulthood. However, not all cells retain this ability.

Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE