Question

what effect does cell growth and function have on the body? check all that apply. a body grows larger because its cells are dividing slower than old cells are dying. a body grows larger because its cells are dividing faster than old cells are dying. if the body is unhealthy, it is because some of its cells are functioning improperly. if the body is healthy, it is because some of its cells are functioning improperly.

Explanation:

• For option A: If cells divide slower than old cells die, the number of cells would decrease, and the body wouldn't grow larger. So A is incorrect.
• For option B: When cells divide faster than old cells die, the number of cells increases, which leads to the body growing larger. This is correct.
• For option C: Cells' proper functioning is crucial for the body's health. If some cells function improperly, it can lead to the body being unhealthy. This is correct.
• For option D: If cells function improperly, the body is likely to be unhealthy, not healthy. So D is incorrect.

Answer:

B. A body grows larger because its cells are dividing faster than old cells are dying.
C. If the body is unhealthy, it is because some of its cells are functioning improperly.