B2 Cell Division

Question 1

Stem cells can grow into many different kinds of body cells.

Is this an advantage or disadvantage for using stem cells to grow replacement body parts for humans?

Answer 1

Advantage

Question 2

Stem cells may grow out of control.

Is this an advantage or disadvantage for using stem cells to grow replacement body parts for humans?

Answer 2

Disadvantage

Question 3

Large numbers of stem cells can be grown in the laboratory.

Is this an advantage or disadvantage for using stem cells to grow replacement body parts for humans?

Answer 3

Advantage

Question 4

Stem cells may be used to treat some human diseases.

Is this an advantage or disadvantage for using stem cells to grow replacement body parts for humans?

Answer 4

Advantage

Question 5

Patients treated with stem cells need to take drugs for the rest of their life to prevent rejection.

Is this an advantage or disadvantage for using stem cells to grow replacement body parts for humans?

Answer 5

Disadvantage