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All the cells in a multicellular organism have same genetic material yet they function differently. Explain how?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Genetic Material in Cells**: - All cells in a multicellular organism contain the same genetic material (DNA). This includes all the genes that code for various proteins necessary for life. 2. **Cell Specialization**: - Despite having the same genetic material, cells can perform different functions. This phenomenon is known as cell specialization or differentiation. For example, nerve cells (neurons) and muscle cells (myocytes) have different structures and functions. ...
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