Biology 476 - Topics in Stem Cell Research » Fall 2022 » Types of Stem Cells

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Question #1
The inner mass of cells in a blastocyst go on to become
A.   an embryo.
B.   bones.
C.   skin.
D.   a brain.
Question #2
When receiving the proper stimulation, pluripotent cells can become any type cell in our body.
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE
Question #3
The two types of stem cells are 
A.   pluripotent and omnipotent
B.   blastocystic and gastroc
C.   embryonic and somatic
D.   embryonic and omnipotent
Question #4
Stem cells give rise to specialized cells.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #5
Stem cells with more potency than others can
A.   turn into any type cell the body needs.
B.   turn into only very specific type cells.
Question #6
In Obligate Asymmetric Replication, 
A.   two daughter cells are produced, but they are not identical.
B.   two of these are correct.
C.   two identical daughter cells are made; both are stem cells.
D.   two daughter cells are produced. One is an exact copy of the parent stem cell, the other is differentiated into another type cell. 
Question #7
Scientists can introduce specific genes into a differentiated cell that would coax the cell to turn into a pluripotent stem cell. What is a possible benefit of this technique? 
A.   Both answers are correct.
B.   The stem cells could be used to grow new organs (heart, kidney, lever, etc).
C.   Organs could be grown and implanted in the donor without fear of rejection by the immune system.

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