Overview
Density-dependent inhibition is a vital biological process that helps regulate cell growth and maintain balance within tissues. As the density of a cell population increases, mechanisms such as contact inhibition and growth factor modulation come into play, slowing down cell division. This process i...
Key Terms
Example: The cell cycle includes phases like G1, S, G2, and M.
Example: Mitosis is essential for growth and repair in multicellular organisms.
Example: High population density can lead to competition for resources.
Example: Normal cells exhibit contact inhibition, while cancer cells do not.
Example: Growth factors are crucial for wound healing.
Example: Homeostasis is vital for survival, such as regulating body temperature.
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advancedKey Concepts
cell growthpopulation densityhomeostasiscell division