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IB Biology SL B2.3.4 Types of Stem Cells Questions

Explore how embryonic stage and adult tissue source determine whether stem cells are totipotent, pluripotent or multipotent in IB Biology SL B2.3.4.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Biology SL
Level
SL

Exam points

  • Distinguish totipotent, pluripotent and multipotent stem cells by the range of mature cell types and tissues they can produce.
  • Relate embryonic developmental stage or adult tissue source to stem-cell potency, including placental potential.
  • Order stem-cell populations by their differentiation potential when interpreting unfamiliar classification questions.

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IB Biology SL B2.3.4 Types of Stem Cells Questions question 1

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Which is a description of stem cells?

A

Hair follicle stem cells are pluripotent.

B

Stem cells in bone marrow are multipotent.

C

Very early embryo stem cells are pluripotent.

D

Late embryo stem cells are totipotent.

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