Chapter 2.2 Stem Cells and Meristems

Question 1

Stem Cells are cells that can

Answer 1

divide to form cells that can become specialised for different functions in multicellular animals.

Question 2

Stem cells are involved in the

Answer 2

growth and development of animals

Question 3

Stem cells are also involved in the repair of

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damaged or diseased tissues in animals.

Question 4

Meristems are the sites of production of

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non-specialised cells in plants

Question 5

Cells produced by meristems have the potential to become

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specialised and form a wide range of plant cells.