When scientists and doctors are looking to heal wounds and cure diseases, stem cells are a great option because they can repair damage and grow new specialized cells. From the list below, which type of stem cell would be the best option for healing the widest variety of diseases?(1 point)

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small intestine stem cells
small intestine stem cells

bone marrow stem cells
bone marrow stem cells

embryonic stem cells
embryonic stem cells

skin stem cells

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Embryonic stem cells would be the best option for healing the widest variety of diseases. This is because embryonic stem cells are pluripotent, meaning they have the ability to differentiate into any type of specialized cell in the body. This versatility allows them to potentially be used to repair damage and treat a wide range of conditions. In contrast, the other types of stem cells listed are multipotent or have more limited differentiation potential, which restricts their use to specific types of tissues or diseases.

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