Stem Cells Flashcards
1
Q
What is a stem cell?
A
An unspecialized cell that can produce different types of specialized cells.
2
Q
How are totipotent stem cells different than pluripotent stem cells?
A
Totipotent stem cells are any kind of cells in the body that have embryos. Pluripotent stem cells are when the embryo is developed.
3
Q
What are two types of stem cells that exist in adult humans?
A
Skin and bone stem cells.
4
Q
How many different types of embryonic stem cells can there be?
A
Roughly 300 different types.
5
Q
What’s the problem with using induced pluripotent stem cells?
A
Most of them are produced by using viruses which can damage the stem cell’s DNA.
