Cell Differentiation

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What are unspecialized cells in our body that have the ability to differentiate into different types of cells?

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Stem cells.

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True or False: There are about 200 cells in the human body, and all these cells have the same DNA.

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True.

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Why do stomach cells function differently than skin cells?

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They use different genes in the DNA.

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What are a special type of body cell that can develop into different types of cells?

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Stem cells.

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What is the process by which cells that are not specialized develop into their specialized form?

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Cell differentiation.

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Define stem cells.

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Stem cells are unspecialized cells that can develop into specialized cells.

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What is the significance of cell differentiation in multicellular organisms?

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It allows for the development of specialized cells that perform distinct functions.

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What role do genes play in cell differentiation?

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Genes determine the characteristics and functions of specialized cells.

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Can stem cells be found in adults?

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Yes, adult stem cells are found in various tissues.

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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 any cell type, while adult stem cells are limited to specific lineages.