Stem Cells

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What can stem cells repair or cure?

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Stem cells can repair or cure sports injuries, certain diseases like Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, diabetes, and bone marrow in cancer patients.

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Stem cells are ____________________.

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

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Is the use of adult/somatic stem cells generally controversial in the US today?

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No, the use of adult/somatic stem cells is not generally controversial in the US today.

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Stem cells can be obtained from _________.

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

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Which is true about embryonic stem cells?

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Embryonic stem cells can become any cell type in the body.

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What are stem cells?

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Stem cells are unique cells that have the ability to develop into many different cell types in the body.

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What is the difference between embryonic and adult stem cells?

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Embryonic stem cells can become any cell type, while adult stem cells are limited to differentiating into a narrower range of cell types.

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What is differentiation in the context of stem cells?

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Differentiation is the process by which stem cells develop into specialized cells with specific functions.

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What role do stem cells play in regenerative medicine?

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Stem cells are used in regenerative medicine to repair or replace damaged tissues and organs.

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What is a pluripotent stem cell?

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A pluripotent stem cell is a type of stem cell that can develop into almost any cell type in the body.