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Nerve cells and bone cells are specialized cells that descend from the same single cell (fertilized egg). Which statement best explains how each type of cell results in a different structure with a specialized function?
a. Nerve cells and bone cells begin with the same structure; however, bone cells harden over time.
b. Nerve cells and bone cells receive different DNA that determines the structure and function that each will perform.
c. Nerve cells and bone cells receive the same DNA; however, only specific parts of the DNA are activated in each cell.
d. Nerve cells and bone cells receive the same DNA; however, bone cells receive more to make the protective outer covering.
What is c. Nerve cells and bone cells receive the same DNA; however, only specific parts of the DNA are activated in each cell.