Increased proliferation of cells is called_______________?
Correct answer: C. Hyperplasia
- A. Hypertrophy
- B. Atrophy
- C. Hyperplasia
- D. Metaplasia
Explanation
Hyperplasia is an increase in the number of cells caused by increased cellular proliferation. Hypertrophy instead enlarges existing cells without increasing their number.
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