What Are Stem Cells? Differentiate Between Totipotent, Pluripotent, and Multipotent

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Essay

What are stem cells? Differentiate between totipotent, pluripotent, and multipotent stem cells. Which types of stem cells are found in adults?

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Definitions:

Direct Labor

The wages or costs associated with employees who directly contribute to the manufacture of a product or delivery of a service.

Direct Materials

Materials directly linked to the production of a product, representing a major part of the manufacturing cost.

Manufacturing Overhead

The indirect factory-related costs incurred when producing a product, which may include costs related to utilities, depreciation, and salaries for factory management.

Total Manufacturing Costs

The aggregate cost involved in manufacturing an item, including direct labor, direct materials, and manufacturing overhead.