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Name and Differentiate the Two Types of Stem Cells

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Name and differentiate the two types of stem cells.What are some possible uses for stem cells?


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Receptor Molecules

Proteins on the surface of cells or within cells that bind to specific molecules, triggering a response.

Target Cells

Cells that are specifically affected by hormones or other biochemical signals.

Water-soluble Hormones

Hormones that are soluble in water, allowing them to easily circulate in the blood and bind to cell surface receptors, triggering a response.

Free Hormones

Hormones that are not bound to carrier proteins in the blood, making them biologically active and able to interact with target cells.

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