Within an organism, the cells that give rise to the next generation are known as germ cells, while those that do not (that is, the cells that die when the organism dies) are known as what cells?

The four Science Regents exams (Earth Science, Living Environment, Chemistry, and Physics) also include separately-scheduled lab practicals.
In New York, students have the opportunity to take Regents Exams in grades 9-12 and, when appropriate, in grade eight.