Discuss how a cell will change or alter itself in response to stress. Address different types of adaptation or change along with what might be the reason that brings about the changes. A cell will change depending on the stress causing it. Stress to a cell can be caused by changes in temperature, oxygen levels, and toxins (Braun and Anderson, 2006). Cellular responses include a reduction in number, change in size and structure. The different adaptations are addressed below.
Atrophy
This refers to a decrease in the cell size. This may result from a decrease in the number of functions a particular cell produces (Braun ...
