Stem Cells

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What does 'pluripotent' mean?

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Able to divide and make all different types of cells.

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Can scientists reprogram skin cells to act like stem cells?

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True

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

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No

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Stem cells can be obtained from _________.

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All of the above (embryos, some adult tissues, umbilical cord blood).

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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.

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What are stem cells?

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Undifferentiated cells that can develop into different cell types.

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What is the significance of stem cells in medicine?

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They have the potential to treat various diseases and injuries by regenerating damaged tissues.

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What are embryonic stem cells?

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Stem cells derived from embryos that can develop into any cell type.

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What are adult stem cells?

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Stem cells found in adult tissues that can differentiate into a limited range of cell types.

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What is the role of umbilical cord blood in stem cell research?

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It is a rich source of hematopoietic stem cells used for transplants.