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Stem Cells and Their Medical Applications

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What is a key characteristic of stem cells?

They are only found in adult tissues like bone marrow

They cannot change their identity

They have the potential to develop into any type of cell (correct)

They are specialized for specific functions

Which type of stem cells can be derived from unused embryos?

Embryonic stem cells (correct)

Stem cells that are already being used in treatments

Adult stem cells

Specialized stem cells for specific functions

What is one example of a medical application of stem cells mentioned in the text?

Embryonic stem cells for organ repair surgeries

Stem cells that specialize in repairing corneal damage

Replacing damaged bone marrow with stem cells

Using stem cells to treat multiple sclerosis by boosting the immune system (correct)

What distinguishes embryonic stem cells from adult stem cells?

Embryonic stem cells come from unused embryos, while adult stem cells come from tissues like bone marrow Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the ethical debates mentioned in the text surrounding stem cells?

Ethical concerns about defining life related to stem cell research Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of stem cells?

They can change their identity Signup and view all the answers

Where do adult stem cells primarily come from?

Bone marrow Signup and view all the answers

What is a common use of stem cells in treating multiple sclerosis patients?

Rebooting the immune system Signup and view all the answers

Which type of stem cell has the potential to develop into any type of cell?

Embryonic stem cells Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the social and ethical debates mentioned in the text regarding stem cells?

Therapeutic cloning to grow organs from patient's own cells Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Our bodies consist of cells that are specialized for specific functions and cannot change their identity
Stem cells are unspecialized cells with the potential to develop into any type of cell, offering huge potential for medical applications like organ repair and disease treatment
There are two types of stem cells in humans: embryonic stem cells (from unused embryos) and adult stem cells (from tissues like bone marrow)
Stem cells are already being used in treatments, such as rebooting the immune system for multiple sclerosis patients and repairing damage to the cornea
Social and ethical debates surround stem cells, including therapeutic cloning to grow organs from patient's own cells and the ethical concerns about defining life and playing god.

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Explore the world of stem cells, from their ability to develop into any type of cell to their potential in organ repair and disease treatment. Learn about the types of stem cells, their current medical applications, and the social and ethical debates surrounding them.