somatic cells are ________ cells (1-23)
non-reproductive
Somatic cells are diploid cells, which means they contain a full set of chromosomes (46 in humans) and are derived from the body tissues. These cells are responsible for the regular body functions and are different from the germ cells, which are involved in the production of gametes (sperm and egg cells) for reproduction. Somatic cells can be found in most parts of the body, including skin, muscle, bone, nerve, and organ tissues. They are also subject to genetic mutations that can lead to diseases such as cancer.
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