Cell Differentiation

What is the process by which cells become specialized?

• Cell division

• Cell differentiation

• Cell growth

• Cell specialization

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What are stem cells?

• Specialized cells

• Undifferentiated cells

• Multipotent cells

• Differentiated cells

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What is the role of transcription factors in cell differentiation?

• They determine which areas of the DNA code will get transcribed into mRNA

• They regulate the expression of genes in a cell

• They activate certain areas of the DNA in stem cells

• They differentiate into different types of cells

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What are internal cues that can influence stem cell differentiation?

• Cell signaling from other cells

• Environmental effects like temperature

• Transcription factors present in the cytoplasm

• The specific location of the stem cell within the developing embryo

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What is the potential benefit of using a person's own stem cells for organ or tissue regeneration?

• Increased availability of organ or tissue donors

• Improved understanding of stem cell differentiation

• Decreased chances of organ or tissue rejection

• Enhanced ethical considerations

What is the main function of stem cells in the body?

• To activate transcription factors

• To divide and make identical cells

• To regulate gene expression

• To differentiate into specialized cells

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What is the role of genes in cell differentiation?

• Genes determine the structure and function of specialized cells

• Genes are regulated by transcription factors

• Genes are responsible for cell division

• Genes are only expressed in stem cells

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What is the potential benefit of using somatic stem cells for organ or tissue regeneration?

• Improved understanding of stem cell differentiation

• Decreased chances of organ or tissue rejection

• Increased availability of organ or tissue donors

• Enhanced ethical considerations

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What is the main difference between embryonic stem cells and somatic stem cells?

• Somatic stem cells are undifferentiated

• Embryonic stem cells are multipotent

• Somatic stem cells are found in a developing embryo

• Embryonic stem cells can differentiate into more types of cells