Ethical Issues in Stem Cell Research
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Which cells have the capacity to divide and differentiate along different pathways?

  • Receptor cells
  • Stem cells (correct)
  • Skin cells
  • Embryo cells

    • What is the main characteristic of stem cells that makes them ideal for therapeutic uses?

  • Capacity to divide and differentiate (correct)
  • Expression of genes for skin cells
  • Large family of receptors
  • Ability to detect odorants

    • In embryonic development, stem cells are necessary for:

  • Detecting odorants
  • Producing zygotes
  • Expressing genes for skin cells
  • Cell division and differentiation (correct)

    • What is the initial stage in the formation of an embryo through in vitro fertilization (IVF)?

    <p>Fertilization of an egg cell by a sperm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of cells are capable of dividing, differentiating, and replacing damaged cells?

    <p>Stem cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What ethical consideration arises from the use of stem cells in biology research?

    <p>Human embryo destruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential benefit of stem cells according to the text?

    <p>Reducing suffering in incurable diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which argument is mentioned in the text regarding the use of embryonic stem cells?

    <p>Arguments against their use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristics suggest the beginning of human development according to the text?

    <p>The presence of heartbeat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what process should cord blood be collected according to the text?

    <p>At early stages of human activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technological advancement led to a greater understanding of cell structure?

    <p>Development of electron microscopes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key factor in deciding when life begins according to the text?

    <p>The presence of pain receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main ethical concern surrounding the use of stem cells?

    <p>The early individual killing involved in obtaining stem cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technique is commonly used to obtain stem cells?

    <p>Extracting from the new-born embryo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of using in vitro fertilization (IVF) for obtaining stem cells?

    <p>Vulnerability and unethical exploitation of women</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of stem cells, what argument is made against the use of eggs supplied by women for treatment purposes?

    <p>It results in the unethical exploitation of eggs suppliers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are early embryos considered a point of ethical debate in stem cell research?

    <p>Some believe they represent a stage where human life begins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about using sperm in the context of stem cell research?

    <p>Sperm plays a role in the development of brain cells for stem research</p> Signup and view all the answers

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