AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -There are two main types of stem cells: embryonic stem cells and adult stem cells. Stem cells are different from other cells in the body in three ways: They can divide and renew themselves over a long time.

Detailed explanation-2: -Adult stem cells, also called somatic stem cells, are undifferentiated cells that are found in many different tissues throughout the body of nearly all organisms, including humans.

Detailed explanation-3: -Clinical applications of adult stem cells and progenitor cells have potential in the regeneration of blood cells, skin, bone, cartilage and heart muscle, and may have potential in degenerative diseases.