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Stem Cells& Epigenetics Flashcards

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What is epigenetics

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Heritable change in gene function without change To base sequence

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What is pluripotent

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Embryonic stem cells that can differentiate into any cell except placental and umbilical cord

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What is multipotemcy

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Adult stem cells that have less potency and no longer pluripotent

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Why is use of embryonic stem cells controversial

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Can’t give consent
Have potential to develop into humans

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