Stem Cells

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What are stem cells used for?

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Stem cells are used to grow different types of tissues.

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Where can stem cells be obtained from?

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Stem cells can be obtained from embryos, some adult tissues, and umbilical cord blood.

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What is true of induced pluripotent stem cells?

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Induced pluripotent stem cells can be turned/forced into other types of cells in a lab.

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What are adult (tissue-specific) stem cells also known as?

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Adult (tissue-specific) stem cells are also referred to as somatic stem cells.

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What are stem cells?

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Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that can turn into other types of cells.

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What is the difference between embryonic and adult stem cells?

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Embryonic stem cells can differentiate into any cell type, while adult stem cells are limited to specific types.

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What is the significance of stem cell research?

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Stem cell research has the potential to lead to breakthroughs in regenerative medicine and treatments for various diseases.

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What are pluripotent stem cells?

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Pluripotent stem cells are cells that can develop into almost any type of cell in the body.

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What are the ethical concerns surrounding stem cell research?

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Ethical concerns include the moral status of embryos and the implications of cloning.

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What is the role of stem cells in development?

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Stem cells play a crucial role in the development of an organism by differentiating into various cell types.