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Developmental BIO
Introduction to Developmental Biology
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is developmental biology? | Developmental Biology is the study of an organisms initiation and construction from a single cell to birth |
| What are two processes studied in developmental biology? | Regeneration and Metamorphosis |
| What is Regeneration? | Stem cells regenerative tissue for the constant renewal of cells throughout an organisms life |
| What are the two goals of developmental biology? | 1. Formation -- generate cellular diversity and order within each generation 2. Reproductive Success -- continuity of life from one generation to the next |
| Define Morphogenesis | Movement and change of the cells shape during differentiation. Cells take on different shapes and express different genes |
| Define Differentiation | Process where a stem cell becomes a specific cell type |
| How are cells categorized in regards to morphogenesis? | 1. Epithelial cells -- cells connected to other cells 2. Mesenchymal cells -- cells that are detached |
| What are the four qualities of development? | 1. Growth 2. Reproduction 3. Evolution 4. Environmental Integration |