1.3 - Adult Stem Cells
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Practice Questions
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What are adult stem cells?
💡 Hint: Think of their function in the body.
Where can we find adult stem cells?
💡 Hint: Consider where your body stores fat and blood.
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Which of the following classifies adult stem cells?
💡 Hint: Their capability is limited to specific tissues.
True or False: Adult stem cells can develop into any type of cell in the body.
💡 Hint: Consider how they differ from other stem cell types.
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Evaluate the role of adult stem cells in future regenerative therapies and address potential ethical dilemmas that may arise.
💡 Hint: Consider past controversies surrounding stem cell applications.
Discuss how the understanding of multipotency in adult stem cells may influence treatment strategies for different diseases.
💡 Hint: Think about how treating one condition might differ from another.
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