What are the different, high-level, disjunct (mutually exclusive at one particular point in time) programs or pathways along which a eukaryotic animal cell can follow? Examples of programs would include growth, cell division, senescence and quiescence. Are there programs that differ between cell types?
Any I'm missing? If so, references much appreciated.
Are growth and division separable?
: surely they are! Cells may change volume without change in number. Hyperthrophy vs hyperplasia $\endgroup$ – nico Aug 31 '12 at 7:15