How can stem cells replace faulty cells in the body?
A) Stem cells can be coaxed to differentiate into the needed specific cell type.
B) Stem cells can mitotically divide, providing more stem cells to directly replace the faulty cells and their functions.
C) Stem cells can meiotically divide, providing more stem cells to directly replace the faulty cells and their functions.
D) Faulty cells can be coaxed to differentiate into stem cells and directly replace the faulty cells and their functions.
E) Stem cells can directly serve as nerve or blood cells.

Question

How can stem cells replace faulty cells in the body?
A) Stem cells can be coaxed to differentiate into the needed specific cell type.
B) Stem cells can mitotically divide, providing more stem cells to directly replace the faulty cells and their functions.
C) Stem cells can meiotically divide, providing more stem cells to directly replace the faulty cells and their functions.
D) Faulty cells can be coaxed to differentiate into stem cells and directly replace the faulty cells and their functions.
E) Stem cells can directly serve as nerve or blood cells.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Stem cells change and differentiate into various cell types needed to grow and repair the body.

How Can Stem Cells Replace Faulty Cells in the Body