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tankabanditka [31]
1 year ago
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Which normal cell characteristic is represented by the production of insulin in the beta cells of the pancreas? Select one: a. C

onservation of energy b. Performance of a differentiated function c. Ability to undergo apoptosis on schedule d. Tight regulation of cell division
Biology
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pychu [463]1 year ago
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Insulin is produced by beta cells of the pancreas for storing and disposing of the glucose in various parts of the body like liver. This activity is a differentiated function of the beta cells of pancreas only. Although gene for insulin production is present in all cells, it is expressed only in the beta cells. Hence, it is a differentiated function.
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