How did I become me ?

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What are stem cells?

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Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that have the potential to develop into various types of cells in the body.

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True or False: Cells with no genes turned on are considered stem cells.

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True

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Name two sources of stem cells.

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Adult stem cells and embryonic stem cells.

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What is chromatin?

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Chromatin is the form of DNA when it is unwound, long, and skinny.

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What are the three stages of the cell cycle in order?

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Interphase, Mitosis, Cytokinesis.

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What is the primary function of stem cells?

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To grow different types of tissues.

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Define '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 is the significance of embryonic stem cells?

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Embryonic stem cells can differentiate into any cell type, making them valuable for research and potential therapies.

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What role do adult stem cells play in the body?

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Adult stem cells help in the repair and maintenance of tissues.

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What is the difference between mitosis and cytokinesis?

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Mitosis is the process of nuclear division, while cytokinesis is the division of the cytoplasm, resulting in two separate cells.