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describe the two defining features of stem cells? |
-self renewal while remaining unspecialised -potency: the ability to differentiate into any number of specialised cells |
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distinguish the difference between embryonic and adult stem cells with respect to potency and their applications in medical technologies? |
-Embryonic stem cells are pluripotent and can form any type of cell. -adult's stem cells are Multipotent: Limited in the number of cells they can form. Generally form that cells of the heart muscle and nerves -embryonic stem cells have A far greater medical potential they could be used for re-generative medicine and tissue replacement. |
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Explain the Purpose of stem cells in an adult? |
Involved in replacement of dying cells and the repair of damage tissue. |
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Described one potential advantage of using embryonic stem cells for tissue engineering technology? |
Embryonic stem cells have the ability to develop and form all the tissue of the body server should Be no shortages cell types |
