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Which one can turn into ANY type of cell?
· Embryonic Stem Cells OR · Human Stem Cells |
Embryonic Stem Cells |
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Where are stem cells found? |
Bone marrow |
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What is therapeutic cloning? |
An embryo is made to have the SAME genetic information as the patient. This helps the body of the patient to not reject these injected cells so they can then replace the faulty cells. |
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Why are some people against stem cell research? |
- Some religions don't believe in the idea of experimentation with a POTENTIAL HUMAN LIFE - There's always a risk of infection when using stem cells |
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What are the positives of Stem Cells? |
- They can help produce and regenerate a rare species of plants - They can cure diseases - Embryos that aren't used are not wasted. |
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What is differentiation? |
A cell changes to become specialised for its job. |
