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)

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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)
• totipotent, pluripotent, multipotent
• totipotent, multipotent, pluripotent
• pluripotent, totipotent, multipotent
• pluripotent, multipotent, totipotent

GPT-4o mini · Answer

The correct order from the widest range of differentiation to the least able to differentiate (most specific) is:

totipotent, pluripotent, multipotent.

Totipotent stem cells can differentiate into any cell type, including both embryonic and extraembryonic tissues. Pluripotent stem cells can differentiate into almost any cell type but cannot form extraembryonic tissues. Multipotent stem cells can only differentiate into a limited range of cell types, usually related to a specific tissue or organ.