Inputs and Outputs of Mitosis Quick Check

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Skin cells(1 point)
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have terminally differentiated.
have terminally differentiated.

become quiescent quickly.
become quiescent quickly.

become senescent quickly.
become senescent quickly.

are stem cells.
are stem cells.
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4 hours ago

It seems like you're asking about the characteristics of skin cells in relation to mitosis. The options provided appear to refer to different cellular states. Here's a brief explanation of those terms:

  1. Terminally differentiated: These cells have reached their final functional state and usually do not divide anymore. Skin cells can be considered terminally differentiated.

  2. Quiescent: This refers to cells that are in a resting state and not actively dividing but can re-enter the cell cycle if needed.

  3. Senescent: These are cells that have stopped dividing permanently in response to stress or damage, often contributing to aging.

  4. Stem cells: These are undifferentiated cells that can divide and differentiate into various cell types.

Considering typical knowledge about skin cells, the best response is that skin cells have terminally differentiated. Although they can still exhibit some capacity to proliferate due to the presence of stem cells in the skin, individual skin cells are generally considered terminally differentiated.