Stem Cells Flashcards

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Where are:

Stem Cells found

A

Bone marrow and embryos (embryonic and adult stem cells)

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What is:

Cell differentiation

A

When stem cells specialise to have different functions needed for the body to work

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What are the problem with using:

Embryonic and Adult cell stem cells

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  • Adult cells can only become certain cell types (blood)
  • can lead to cancer
  • can be unethical as some embryos could die in the process
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