to perform specific functions. This process is called cell differentiation. Each type of specialized cell has unique structures and functions that allow it to carry out its specific role in the organism. Examples of specialized cells include muscle cells, nerve cells, and blood cells. Cell differentiation occurs through a combination of genetic and environmental factors. It is regulated by the activation and repression of specific genes in the cells. This specialization allows multicellular organisms to have a division of labor, where each cell type contributes to the overall functioning of the organism.
