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Types of Stem Cells

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What type of stem cells can differentiate into all cell types found in the body and extra embryonic cells?

Specialized cells
Pluripotent cells
Totipotent cells (correct)
Multipotent cells

Where are totipotent stem cells typically found?

In the early stage embryo blastomere (correct)
In the umbilical cord
In the bone marrow
In the placenta

Which type of stem cells are used in replacing damaged tissues in human disorders?

Pluripotent stem cells (correct)
Multipotent stem cells
Embryonic stem cells
Totipotent stem cells

What is the main difference between pluripotent and totipotent stem cells?

Pluripotent can form any cell type in the body, while totipotent can form any cell and extra embryonic cells (A) Signup and view all the answers

What leads to the specialization of totipotent stem cells to form tissues in the foetus?

Selective switching off of genes (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of stem cells have a more limited ability to differentiate into other cell types?

Multipotent cells (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of totipotent stem cells?

They can differentiate into any type of cell in the body and extra embryonic cells. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Where are pluripotent stem cells typically found?

In the blastomere of an embryo. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinguishing factor between pluripotent and totipotent stem cells?

Pluripotent stem cells can differentiate into any cell type in the body except embryonic cells. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes multipotent stem cells?

They can differentiate into other cell types but are more limited than pluripotent cells. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary capability of pluripotent stem cells?

Differentiating into any cell type including extra embryonic cells. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Where are totipotent stem cells primarily located in an embryo?

Blastomere (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which is true regarding the characteristics of totipotent stem cells?

Can differentiate into all types of specialized cells and extra embryonic cells. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key differences between pluripotent and multipotent stem cells?

Multipotent stem cells have a more limited differentiation potential compared to pluripotent stem cells. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In which location are multipotent stem cells commonly found?

Bone marrow and umbilical cord (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a distinguishing feature of pluripotent stem cells compared to totipotent stem cells?

Pluripotent stem cells can differentiate into any body cell except extra embryonic cells. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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