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Unit 5 Lesson 10
Gene Expression
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| differential gene expression | the process by which different genes in a cell activate during specialization |
| gene expression | the process in which instructions in DNA are used to produce a protein or other function product |
| multipotent cells | cells that can differentiate into many types of specialized cells |
| pluripotent cells | cells that can differentiate into any cell type except extraembryonic |
| senescent | process in which cells exit the cell cycle and no longer divide but still carry out their function |
| terminal differentiation | cells that exit the cell cycle to provide a particular function and can no longer divide |
| totipotent cells | cells that can differentiate into any cells types within the body including extraembryonic |