Question

What factors govern the rate of cell division?

Answer 1

Cell Division:

1. The process by which cells undergo division to give rise to new cells is called cell division.
2. It is of two types: mitosis and meiosis.

Factors affecting the rate of cell division:

1. Stress: If the cells are damaged and still undergo cell division, the new cells formed will also be damaged.
2. Genetics: It regulates cell division.
3. Nutrients: Several nutrients like vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants are capable to neutralize some chemicals in the body causing the cells to mutate and divide.
4. Chemicals: Exposure to toxic chemicals like pesticides can lead to cell mutation.
5. When the cells are mutated, they produce mutated and damaged cells.