Cells: Cell Differentiation And Division Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
What is a stem cell
A
Stem cells are cells which have the ability to differentiate (or change) into any cell in the body to become more specialised to its role
2
Q
How does cell differentiation occur in animals
A
-most specialised cells lose the ability to specialise early on
-These cells produce new cells through mitosis
-other cells (such as red blood cells) are produced by adult stem cells
3
Q
How does cell differentiation work in plants
A
Most cells retain their ability to differentiate
