Growth In Animals Flashcards
1
Q
What is growth?
A
An increase in size as a result of an increase in the number of cells
2
Q
Why do the number of cells increase?
A
Due to mitosis
3
Q
How can it be recorded?
A
By taking measurements over time (length & mass)
4
Q
How do animals develop?
A
They develop from a single cell however not all their cells end up being the same
5
Q
What does division by mitosis result in?
A
Genetically identical cells, that then change to become specialised cells for a particular function
