Question

How do cells become specialized? (1 point)
Responses

Mitosis creates specialized cells for different purposes.
Mitosis creates specialized cells for different purposes.

Genetically identical cells undergo differentiation to make them genetically unique.
Genetically identical cells undergo differentiation to make them genetically unique.

Genetically identical cells undergo differentiation to alter gene expression.
Genetically identical cells undergo differentiation to alter gene expression.

Mitosis creates genetically unique cells that can do different tasks.

Answer 1

Mitosis creates genetically identical cells, so it does not create specialized cells for different purposes or genetically unique cells.

Genetically identical cells undergo differentiation to make them genetically unique. This is the correct response as differentiation involves the activation and repression of specific genes, leading to specialized cell types with distinct functions.

Genetically identical cells undergo differentiation to alter gene expression. This response is partially correct as differentiation does involve altering gene expression, but it is not the primary purpose of differentiation. The main purpose of differentiation is to create genetically unique cells with specialized functions.

Mitosis creates genetically unique cells that can do different tasks. This response is incorrect as mitosis creates genetically identical cells.