Stem cells

Question 1

what are stem cells?

Answer 1

Stem cells are different types of cell that depend on the instructions they’re given

Question 2

where are stem cells found?

Answer 2

Stem cells are found in early human embryos and have the potential to turn into any kind of cell at all and adult stem cells can be found in bone marrow but are less versatile

Question 3

how can stem cells be used to treat diseases?

Answer 3

Healthy stem cells are used to replace those that are diseased and can also be specialised to perform particular functions e.g. insulin-producing cells for those with diabetes

Question 4

why are people against stem cell research?

Answer 4

1. Human embryos are potential lives and should not be experimented on
2. Religious reasons

Question 5

why are people for stem cell research?

Answer 5

1. It cures those who are suffering from illnesses

2. It is better than destroying unwanted embryos from fertility research