Stem Cells Flashcards
1
Q
Where are stem cells found ?
A
Stem cells are usually found in early human embryos
They are also found in adults in their home marrow
2
Q
What can stem cells do for us ?
A
They can cure many diseases
For example, stem cells transferred from the bone marrow of a healthy person can replace faulty cells in sick people
(You can make insulin producing cells for people with diabetes, nerve cells for people paralysed by spinal injuries and etc)
3
Q
Why are some people against stem cell research ?
A
Some people are against stem cell research because they feel that human embryos shouldn’t be used for experiments since each one is a potential life
4
Q
What can stem cells produce ?
A
Stem cells can produce identical plants
They can also be used to grow more plants of rare species
