Stem Cells vs Progenitor Cells

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What is the defining feature that distinguishes a stem cell from a progenitor cell?

A progenitor cell yields two specialized cells after cell division.

A stem cell gives rise to one additional stem cell and a specialized cell. (correct)

A stem cell can develop into a variety of specialized cell types.

A progenitor cell is capable of undergoing multiple rounds of division.

Which type of cell undergoes cell division to yield two specialized cells like a neutrophil and a red blood cell?

Neuron

Hematopoietic stem cell

Specialized cell

Myeloid progenitor cell (correct)

In the context of stem cells, what does unspecialized refer to?

Producing only identical copies of itself

Having a limited lifespan

Unable to undergo cell division

Capable of developing into many different specialized cell types (correct)

What is the outcome of a hematopoietic stem cell division?

One additional stem cell and a specialized cell Signup and view all the answers

How does a progenitor cell differ from a stem cell in terms of specialization?

A progenitor cell is more versatile in the types of cells it can become. Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'pluri' in pluripotent stem cells?

Many Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells have the potential to differentiate into a large number of mature tissue types?

Multipotent stem cells Signup and view all the answers

Where are hematopoietic stem cells primarily found?

Bone marrow Signup and view all the answers

Which type of stem cells can give rise to any type of cell, but not recreate a complete organism?

Pluripotent stem cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of pluripotent stem cells?

They differentiate to various mature tissue types Signup and view all the answers

Which cell type gives rise to all cells found in the blood, including red blood cells?

Multipotent stem cells Signup and view all the answers

In terms of specialization, multipotent stem cells are:

Descendents of specialized cells Signup and view all the answers

What makes pluripotent stem cells different from multipotent stem cells?

Pluripotent stem cells can give rise to any cell type Signup and view all the answers

What is the Latin root meaning of 'pluri' in pluripotent stem cells?

Several Signup and view all the answers

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