What type of cells are considered any cells in the body other than reproductive cells?

Somatic cells are the category of cells that encompasses all the body cells except for reproductive cells, which are known as gametes. These somatic cells make up the majority of an organism's tissues and organs, including skin, muscle, and blood cells, and are involved in the growth, development, and maintenance of the body's structures.

Gametes refer specifically to the reproductive cells, such as sperm and egg cells, which are responsible for sexual reproduction. Soma cells is not a standard term used in this context and can lead to confusion since it may be confused with somatic. Stem cells are a unique type of cell with the ability to develop into many different cell types but are not synonymous with all non-reproductive cells. Thus, the correct identification of somatic cells highlights their foundational role in forming the body’s entirety outside of reproductive functions.