11.4 Cell Differentiation

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Stem cells are

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undifferentiated and can be any type of cell

Answer explanation

Stem cells are undifferentiated and can become any type of cell. They are not cells that grow uncontrollably, never go through cell division, or only found in embryos.

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Stem cells can be obtained from: embryos, some adult tissues, umbilical cord blood, all of the above.

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all of the above

Answer explanation

Stem cells can be obtained from embryos, some adult tissues, and umbilical cord blood. Therefore, the correct answer is 'all of the above'.

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pluripotent

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able to divide and make many different types of cells

Answer explanation

Pluripotent means the ability to divide and produce various types of cells.

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pluripotent

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able to divide and make many different types of cells

Answer explanation

Pluripotent means the ability to divide and produce various types of cells.

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Which best explains why muscle cells are different from blood cells?

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Different genes are activated in muscle cells than in blood cells.

Answer explanation

Muscle cells and blood cells differ in gene activation.

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What is the difference between embryonic stem cells and adult stem cells?

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Embryonic stem cells can differentiate into more cell types than adult stem cells

Answer explanation

Embryonic stem cells have greater differentiation potential compared to adult stem cells.

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What is true about embryonic stem cells?

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They can become any cell type in the body.

Answer explanation

Embryonic stem cells have the ability to develop into any cell type in the body, making them highly versatile and valuable for medical research and potential therapies.

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Cell differentiation

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Process by which cells become specialized

Answer explanation

Cell differentiation is the process by which cells become specialized, acquiring specific structures and functions.

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What is one goal of cellular differentiation/specialization?

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To create specialized cells to help organism maintain homeostasis.

Answer explanation

The goal of cellular differentiation is to create specialized cells that help maintain homeostasis in organisms.

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Stem cells are

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undifferentiated and can be any type of cell

Answer explanation

Stem cells are undifferentiated and can become any type of cell. They are not cells that grow uncontrollably, never go through cell division, or only found in embryos.