Question

Some mature cells cannot undergo division because

• A. Their genes have become inactive
• B. They lack centrioles
• C. They have taken up specific function and undergone differentiation
• D. They have lost the ability to divide

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

They have taken up specific function and undergone differentiation

Differentiation is a process in which the stem cells become specialized to perform a specific function. These specialized differentiated cells now cannot undergo division. Whereas the stem cells have totipotency and can divide rapidly.

Differentiation is required in the multicellular organisms to perform specific functions.

So, the correct option is 'They have taken up specific function and undergone differentiation'