A typical differentiated cell uses only about ____ percent of its genes.
A)1 to 2
B)10
C)25
D)70
E)90

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A typical differentiated cell uses about 10 percent of its genes. The specific genes that are active (or expressed) depend on the cell's type and function. Differentiation leads cells to activate only the subset of genes necessary for their specialized roles, leaving the majority of genes inactive.

A Typical Differentiated Cell Uses Only About ____ Percent of Its