B1 Flashcards
1
Q
2 types of stem cells found in animals:
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adult stem cells , embryonic stem cells
2
Q
what are the two key features of stem cells?
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-they can divide by mitosis to form more cells
-they can differentiate into specialised cells
3
Q
can adult stem cells divide by mitosis
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yes
4
Q
can adult stem cells differentiate into all types of specialised cell?
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no
5
Q
what do we call the plant tissues that are continually growing and that contain stem cells?
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meristems
6
Q
which two parts of the plant contain meristem tissue?
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-tips of the shoots
-tips of the roots
7
Q
do plant stem cells persist for the plants entire life?
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yes
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