[Campbell Biology P.430] According to the provided text, what is the definition of "cell dif... | Practice Question

According to the provided text, what is the definition of "cell differentiation" in the context of embryonic development?

  • A: The process by which cells increase in number through mitotic divisions.
  • B: The process by which cells become specialized in structure and function.
  • C: The overall physical process by which an organism develops its shape and form.
  • D: The formation of tissues, organs, and organ systems from a group of identical cells.

Explanation

The text explicitly defines cell differentiation as 'the process by which cells become specialized in structure and function' in the paragraph 'A Genetic Program for Embryonic Development'.