CELL COMMUNICATION

CELL COMMUNICATION INTRODUCTION OF CELL COMMUNICATION DEFINITION Cell signaling is the process of cells communicating with other cells within the body, or with the external environment. As a process, cell signaling refers to a vast network of communication between, and within, each cell of our body. With cell signaling, cells are able to coordinate within large, multicellular organisms. Why and how do cells communicate? Cell communication is the process by which a cell detects and  responds to signals  in its environment. Most single-celled organisms can perceive changes in nutrient availability and  adapt  their metabolism as needed. Some single-celled organisms may utilize environmental signals to locate a  suitable mate ; some send signals to make  their numbers  known to other members of their species. The cells of multi-celled organisms must communicate with one another to  coordinate  the activities of the organ...