Which of the following statements correctly describes one of the main differences between embryonic stem cells and adult stem cells?
A) Embryonic stem cells only differentiate into only eggs and sperm, and adult stem cells differentiate into any type of cell.
B) Embryonic stem cells can give rise to all cell types in the organism, and adult stem cells cannot.
C) Embryonic stem cells can continue to reproduce for an indefinite period, and adult stem cells cannot.
D) Embryonic stem cells are used to provide cells for repair of diseased tissue, and adult stem cells are not.

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Embryonic stem cells are pluripotent, meaning they have the potential to differentiate into any cell type in the organism, whereas adult stem cells are typically multipotent, meaning they can give rise to a limited range of cell types related to their tissue of origin.

Which of the Following Statements Correctly Describes One of the Main