Edexcel IGCSE Biology 2.5B Cell differentiation

Practise explaining how stem cells differ from specialised cells and why differentiation matters in growth, blood-cell production and tissue development.

Exam points

describe stem cells as unspecialised cells that can divide and become specialised cell types
explain why differentiated animal tissue cannot grow into a whole new individual

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Scientists produce large numbers of genetically identical plants using micropropagation. The diagram shows some of the stages of micropropagation.

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In micropropagation, small pieces of plant tissue can grow into new individuals.

Explain why small pieces of animal tissue cannot grow into new individuals.

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2.5B Cell differentiation question 1