Stem cells Flashcards

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What are stem cells?

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Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that go on to produce more undifferentiated cells.

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Where are stem cells found?

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They are found mainly in early human embryos.

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How do stem cells divide?

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They are divided by mitosis to produce more cell.

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What is special about embryonic cells?

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They can become any type of cell they want in the body.

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Where are adult stem cells found?

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They are found in the bone marrow.

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Where are plant stem cells found?

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They are found in plant tissues called meristem. They are found at the very tip where the plant is growing.

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