Stem cells Flashcards
1
Q
What are stem cells?
A
Undifferentiated cells found in embryos, adult animals and meristems in plants
2
Q
What can stem cells be used for?
A
Can be cloned and made to differentiate into most
different types of human cells
3
Q
What can treatment with stem cells be used for?
A
To help diabetes and paralysis
4
Q
What are the risks of using stem cells?
A
Transfer of viral infection and religious and ethical objections about killing a potential human life
5
Q
What can stem cells in plants be used for?
A
To produce clones of plants quickly and economically
