Discuss the Developmental Progression from Totipotency,to Pluripotency,to Multipotency,to Total Specification

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Essay

Discuss the developmental progression from totipotency,to pluripotency,to multipotency,to total specification.Why are embryonic stem cells so interesting to medical researchers?

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Definitions:

Saint Anthony

A Christian saint known for his ascetic life, teachings, and as the patron saint of lost things and people.

Hundred Years' War

A prolonged conflict from 1337 to 1453 between England and France over succession to the French throne.

England and France

Countries in Western Europe with rich histories, known for their significant contributions to culture, politics, and the arts over the centuries.

Portinari Altarpiece

A famous Renaissance painting by Hugo van der Goes, known for its detailed portrayal of the Adoration of the Shepherds.