What Are Significant Features in the Development of Induced Pluripotent

question 31

Multiple Choice

What are significant features in the development of induced pluripotent stem cells?

• A) Only four transcription factors are required to induce pluripotency in fibroblasts.
• B) De-differentiated cells have characteristics of embryonic stem cells.
• C) Potentially, iPS cells represent a new class of therapeutic agents.
• D) All of the answers are correct.
• E) None of the answers is correct.

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Definitions:

Conditional Affection

Affection or emotional support shown towards someone that is dependent on specific conditions or behaviors they exhibit.

Reaction Formation

A defense mechanism where an unacceptable impulse is transformed into its opposite, often in behavior and attitudes.

Defense Mechanism

A psychological strategy unconsciously used to protect a person from anxiety arising from unacceptable thoughts or feelings.

Repression

A defense mechanism where unpleasant thoughts, feelings, or desires are unconsciously excluded from consciousness.