Unit 1: Cellular Differentiation Flashcards
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Embryonic Stem Cells
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An unspecialised stem cell from an embryo that can divide and become any type of cell.
2
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Meristem
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A group of unspecialised cells capable of dividing repeatedly throughout the life cycle of the plant.
3
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Stem Cell
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A cell that can divide and then differentiate in animals.
4
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Therapeutic
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It is used as part of a medical therapy.
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Adult (tissue) Stem Cells
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An unspecialised cell from an adult that can divide repeatedly but had limited potential to differentiate into some types of specialised cells in the body. Used for growth, repair and renewal.
6
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Differentiation
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The changes to a cell involving switching on certain genes and switching others off.
