Unlocking the Potential

What are stem cells?

Stem cells are unspecialized cells that can divide without limit and differentiate into specialized cells under specific conditions.

What are the categories of stem cells based on their potential to differentiate?

Stem cells are divided into several categories based on their potential to differentiate, including totipotent, pluripotent, multipotent, and oligopotent.

What is the difference between totipotent and pluripotent stem cells?

Totipotent stem cells can divide into any necessary cells for an organism's growth and development, while pluripotent stem cells can differentiate into any type of human tissue but cannot support full organism development.

What is cell differentiation?

<p>Cell differentiation is the process that leads to significant changes in size, shape, metabolic activity, and function of cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is unique about the genetic makeup of different cell types?

<p>Cells contain the same DNA, but each type reads specific portions of the DNA for its function. This is called unique genetic makeup.</p> Signup and view all the answers