Organisms And Population Question 94

Question: Replacement of cells of skin takes place in

Options:

A) 1-2 days

B) 2- 8 days

C) 1- 2 weeks

D) 2- 3 weeks

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

The skin cells and epithelial cells lining the respiratory and digestive tracts are rapidly replaced.

The turn-over time for skin cells is 1-2 weeks and for intestinal cells is only 2 or 3 days.