Successfully growing cells in a culture requires the researcher to understand
A)quorum sensing.
B)density-dependent inhibition.
C)anchorage dependence.
D)the cell cycle.
E)biochemistry.

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Anchorage dependence is the requirement for cells to attach to a surface in order to grow and divide. This is a critical factor in cell culture, as cells that are not anchorage-dependent will not grow in a monolayer and will instead form clumps or aggregates.

Successfully Growing Cells in a Culture Requires the Researcher to Understand