CAIE IGCSE Biology 17.2.5 Stem Cells
Practise defining stem cells as unspecialised cells that divide by mitosis and produce cells able to specialise.
- Syllabus
- 2026–2028
- Course
- Biology 0610
Exam points
- describe stem cells as unspecialised or undifferentiated cells
- state that stem cells divide by mitosis to produce genetically identical daughter cells
- explain that daughter cells can differentiate for specific structures and functions
17.2.5—Stem cells as unspecialised cells that question 1
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Cells in the lining of the stomach secrete gastric juice, which contains hydrochloric acid and pepsin.
There are stem cells in the epithelial tissue that forms the lining of the stomach.
Explain why these stem cells are necessary.
(stem cells) divide by mitosis ; form (named) specialised cells (in stomach) ; to replace cells (in the lining of stomach) ;
idea that cells are worn away from the surface of the stomach ; for repair of any damage to tissues ;
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