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The ability of a single cell to divide and give rise to all the differentiated cells of the organism is called

  • A.Totipotency
  • B.Multipotent
  • C.Pluripotent
  • D.Unipotent

Answer: A

Correct answer: Totipotency

Totipotency is the ability of a single cell to give rise to every cell type and so to a whole organism. Plant cells retain it, which is why a whole plant can be regenerated from callus. Pluripotent cells can form most but not all types, and multipotent only those of one lineage.

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