Question

Cell division is required for the following reasons except:

• A. For growth
• B. For replacement of dead cells
• C. For remaining young
• D. For reproduction

Answer 1

The correct option is C

For remaining young

The human body is made up of cells. Cells build various organs for different functions. Cells divide to produce new cells for the growth and repair of body tissues. But cell division is not limitless. On average, human cells can divide only about 50 to 70 times. Afterwards, cells will enter a senescence phase when they no longer divide. At this point, the cells may die or stay in the body as malfunctioning cells. This causes our bodies to deteriorate and age.