Which Term Refers to an Increase in the Number of Cells

Question

Which term refers to an increase in the number of cells?
A) hyperplasia
B) hypertrophy
C) atrophy
D) anaplasia

Accepted Answer

Hyperplasia refers to an increase in the number of cells, while hypertrophy refers to an increase in the size of cells, atrophy refers to a decrease in size and number of cells, and anaplasia refers to abnormal growth and development of cells.