THE MOLECULAR BASIS OF INHERITANCE
CLONING GENES
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Question
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SELECT ALL THAT APPLY:Which of the following best describes “stem cells?”
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A cell without a job
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A cell with a specific job in your body
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A cell that can turn into ANY type of cell in your body
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A cell that has procured a viral infection
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Stem cells are immature cells that are able to make other blood cells that mature and function as needed. These cells are used in procedures such as bone marrow transplants.
Detailed explanation-2: -Unique Properties of All Stem Cells Stem cells differ from other kinds of cells in the body. All stem cells-regardless of their source-have three general properties: they are capable of dividing and renewing themselves for long periods; they are unspecialized; and they can give rise to specialized cell types.
Detailed explanation-3: -Statement 2 is correct: Stem cells are pluripotent stem cells, meaning they can divide into more stem cells or can become any type of cell in the body.
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