Growth Regulatory Mechanisms

Growth regulatory mechanisms are processes that control how living organisms grow and develop. Just like a gardener uses tools and techniques to manage plant growth, cells in our bodies use signals to regulate their growth, ensuring they develop properly and maintain health. These mechanisms involve hormones, genes, and environmental factors that work together to promote growth at the right time and place while preventing excessive or abnormal growth. When these systems function well, they contribute to normal development; when they malfunction, it can lead to problems like cancer or growth disorders.