Author Question: A general property of stems cells is that they: A) divide and renew themselves only in the short ... (Read 56 times)

gonzo233 · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

A general property of stems cells is that they:

A) divide and renew themselves only in the short term.
B) are specialized.
C) use body cells as precursors.
D) can give rise to specialized cell types.

Question 2

The metabolism of a cell is the responsibility of its:

A) membrane.
B) cytoplasm.
C) chromosomes.
D) nucleus.

komodo7 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

D
Explanation: A) Stem cells can divide and renew themselves for long periods.
B) Stem cells are unspecialized.
C) Stem cells are the precursors of body cells.
D) Correct.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) The cell membrane is not responsible for the metabolism of the cell.
B) The cytoplasm is not responsible for the metabolism of the cell.
C) The chromosomes carry genes that determine hereditary characteristics and are not responsible for the metabolism of the cell.
D) Correct.