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Describe the contribution of individual cells to the healthy functioning of the Human body?

Difficulty: Medium

(1) Function of nerve cells:

Nerve cells conduct nerve impulses and thus contribute to coordination in the body.

(2) Functions of Muscle cells:

Muscle cells undergo contraction and share their function in movements of the body.

(3) Functions of Red Blood cells:

Red blood cells carry oxygen and white blood cells carry foreign agents and so contribute to roles of transportation in blood and defense.

(4) Functions of skin cells:

Some skin cells act as physical barriers against foreign materials and some as receptors for temperature, touch, pain, etc.

(5) Functions of cells of bone:

The cells of bone deposit calcium in their extracellular spaces to make the bone tough and thus contribute to the supporting role of bones.

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