Stem Cells Flashcards
1
Q
What do an egg and sperm fuze to form
A
A Zygote
2
Q
Where are embryonic stem cells found
A
The inner cells of the embryo
3
Q
What is an adult stem cell
A
An undifferentiated cell that can make cells of the same type
4
Q
Where can you find adult stem cells
A
Bone marrow , brain , blood , muscle , heart , liver
5
Q
What are the advantages of plant cloning
A
- Quick
- Economical
- It can save rare plants from extinction
6
Q
What are the disadvantages of cloning plants
A
- Lack of genetic varaition meants if plant becomes exposed to disease all plant clones are effected
