What is the term for the process by which a cell becomes specialized in structure and function to perform a specific role?

A Mitosis
B Meiosis
C Differentiation ✓
D Transcription

Explanation

Differentiation is the process by which a cell becomes specialized in structure and function to perform a specific role, such as a nerve cell or a muscle cell.

Mnemonic

Differentiate = 'diff' as in different, 'er' as in expert, 'ate' as in eat (cell eats its old role)

Source

Alberts et al., Molecular Biology of the Cell
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