20.2 Stem cells and totipency
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Cell differentiation and specialisation?
Differentiation:
This is the process where a less specialized cell, like a stem cell, develops into a more specialized cell with a specific structure and function.
Specialization:
The result of differentiation, where a cell gains unique features and capabilities to carry out a particular task.
Totipency:
Totipotent cells are cells which can mature into any body cell
Ways in which genes are prevented from expressing themselves:
What are stem cells?
Stem cells originate from various sources in animals?
Totipotent stem cells:
Pluripotent stem cells:
Multipotent stem cells
Unipotent stem cells:
Induced pluripotent stem cells
Pluripotent cells in treating human disorders
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