Is the Genome of Stem Cells Larger Than That of Specialized

question 74

Multiple Choice

Is the genome of stem cells larger than that of specialized cells?

• A) Yes,because they need the genes found in every cell type,whereas specialized cells need only a subset of all the genes.
• B) Yes,because they express more genes than specialized cells express.
• C) No,because all of a person's cells have the identical set of genes in their genome.
• D) No;they have a smaller genome,because stem cells are equivalent to gametes (which are haploid)in that they can potentially create an entire individual.
• E) No;they have a smaller genome because stem cells express only a subset of genes.

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