What is the meaning of division labour? Is it different from cell to cell?

In the cell, the division of labor means the different tasks are performed by different cells of the body. Division of labor is the characteristic feature of multicellular organisms.

Division of labor or division of tasks differ from cell to cell as the different cells performs different functions, based on their location and tissue.

For an example,cells of nervous system (nerve cells) perform the function of conduction of nerve impulse, while cells of circulatory system (red blood cells) perform the function of transportation of gases, nutrients and waste.

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Updated on: 06-Apr-2023

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