Embryonic Stem (ES)cells Have the Unique Ability To

question 44

Multiple Choice

Embryonic stem (ES) cells have the unique ability to:

• A)form a mouse pup without any additional cells.
• B)combine with other stem cells to generate a chimeric mouse pup.
• C)grow in the presence of gancyclovir.
• D)eliminate specific genes in response to chemical cues.
• E)divide more rapidly than other cell types.

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