which of the following best defines stem cells?

Question

a stem cells are diff differentiated cells that can differentiate into the specialized cell types
b stem cells are cells that are found only in the bone marrow
c stem cells or cells that can divide to produce two identical daughter cells
d stem cells or cells that have already differentiated into specific cell types

Answer 1

The best definition of stem cells from the options provided is:

a) stem cells are undifferentiated cells that can differentiate into the specialized cell types.

This option correctly describes stem cells as undifferentiated, meaning they have not yet specialized into a specific cell type, and emphasizes their ability to differentiate into various specialized cells.