Question

Consider the three different types of stem cells. Each one’s ability to differentiate into new cells is slightly different. One type can differentiate into any cell, while another can only become specific cells. Select the answer that places the three types in the correct order, from widest range of differentiation to least able to differentiate (specific).(1 point)
Responses

pluripotent, multipotent, totipotent
pluripotent, multipotent, totipotent

pluripotent, totipotent, multipotent
pluripotent, totipotent, multipotent

totipotent, pluripotent, multipotent
totipotent, pluripotent, multipotent

totipotent, multipotent, pluripotent
totipotent, multipotent, pluripotent

Answer 1

totipotent, pluripotent, multipotent

Explanation: Totipotent cells can form all cell types including extraembryonic tissues, pluripotent can form nearly all body cell types but not extraembryonic tissues, and multipotent can differentiate only into a limited range of related cell types.