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) Cells making up a multicellular individual are not considered to be individually "alive."
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) Cells making up a multicellular individual are not considered to be individually "alive."
E) All cells retain the ability to divide even after the organism reaches maturity.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Some cells, such as stem cells, retain the ability to divide and replace themselves throughout the life of an individual. This is important in maintaining healthy tissues and organs. The other statements are false.

Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE