Mammalian cells perform a wide range of functions essential for the organism's survival, including:
- Metabolism: Cells carry out metabolic reactions to produce energy and build cellular components. - Reproduction: Cells divide through mitosis (for growth and repair) or meiosis (for sexual reproduction). - Response to Stimuli: Cells can respond to various external and internal stimuli, such as hormones, nutrients, and stress. - Homeostasis: Cells maintain a stable internal environment by regulating pH, temperature, and ion concentrations.
