B2.1.6 - Stem cells Flashcards

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What are stem cells?

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They are undifferentiated cells which divide by mitosis to produce new cells which can then differentiate

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What are the 2 types of stem cells?

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Embryonic and adult stem cells

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Where are embryonic stem cells found?

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In e,Bryon

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Can embryonic cells differentiate into all cell types?

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Yes

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Where can adults stem cells be found?

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The can be found in various body tissues such as the brain, bone marrow, skin, and liver

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Can adult stem cells differentiate into different types of cells?

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No but they can differentiate into some

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Where are stem cells found in the plant?

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They are found in plant meristems

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What are meristems?

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Only particular parts of the plant that grow

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Why can’t differentiated plant cells divide?

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They cannot divide as their cell walls are thick and rigid

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