Stem cells Flashcards
1
Q
Where are stem cells found
A
in early human embryos - they can turn into any kind of cell
2
Q
Do adults have stem cells and what can they turn into
A
yes but only in certain places - bone marrow
only certain cells - blood cells
3
Q
What can stem cells do
A
adult stem cells can be used to cure disease - replace faulty blood cells
embryonic stem cells - insulin producing cells - nerve cells
there are however risks
4
Q
Why are some people against stem cell research
A
feel human embryos shouldn’t be used for experiments as they are potential human life
5
Q
What are some people for stem cell research
A
alive people are more important that potential life
usually unwanted embryos
