Stem cells Flashcards
1
Q
What are stem cells?
A
Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that go on to produce more undifferentiated cells.
2
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Where are stem cells found?
A
They are found mainly in early human embryos.
3
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How do stem cells divide?
A
They are divided by mitosis to produce more cell.
4
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What is special about embryonic cells?
A
They can become any type of cell they want in the body.
5
Q
Where are adult stem cells found?
A
They are found in the bone marrow.
6
Q
Where are plant stem cells found?
A
They are found in plant tissues called meristem. They are found at the very tip where the plant is growing.
