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Differentiation

A stem cell turning into a specialised cell

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Stem cell

A type of stem cell which can turn into any other specialised cells

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Adult stem cells

Can only produce certain types of cells- found in bone marrow

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Embryonic stem cells

Can produce all types of cells- controversial

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Meristems

Where plant stem cells are found

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Root hair cells

Absorb water and minerals

  • Long hairs

  • Big surface area for absorption

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Phloem cells

Transport sugars

  • Long tube joined end to end

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Xylem cells

Transport water

  • Long tubes joined end to end

  • Hollow so water can flow

  • Lignin to strengthen

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Sperm cells

Take male DNA to the egg

  • Tail to help it swim

  • Lots of mitochondria for energy

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Nerve cells

Carry electrical signals around the body

  • Long to cover long distances

  • Branches to connect to other cells

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Muscle cells

Muscle cells contract

  • Long so have space to contract

  • Lots of mitochondria for energy

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