Question

each of the images below represents one of the 3 reasons your body might need to make new cells. based on the images, write a description of each reason in the space below the image.

Explanation:

1. Top image: The image shows figures increasing in size, which corresponds to the body growing larger over time. New cells are produced to add mass and size to the body.
2. Middle image: The image shows a person with a bandaged finger, indicating an injury. New cells are made to replace damaged or lost tissue and heal the wound.
3. Bottom image: The image shows a layer of skin cells (labeled "Epi" for epidermis). Skin cells constantly wear away, so new cells are produced to replace these dead or worn-out cells and maintain the skin's protective function.

Answer:

1. Top image: Growth (producing cells to increase body size)
2. Middle image: Repair (producing cells to heal an injury)
3. Bottom image: Replacement (producing cells to replace worn-out cells)