When comparing the genetic characteristics between embryonic and adult stem cells,embryonic stem cells
A) can differentiate into any specialized cells, while adult stem cells can't.
B) can't differentiate into any specialized cells, while adult stem cells can.
C) are collected from the testes and ovaries, while adult stem cells are collected from other tissues.
D) are produced naturally in human development, while adult stem cells are from cloning.
E) There is no real genetic difference between embryonic and adult stem cells, except how they were collected.

Question

When comparing the genetic characteristics between embryonic and adult stem cells,embryonic stem cells 
A) can differentiate into any specialized cells, while adult stem cells can't.
B) can't differentiate into any specialized cells, while adult stem cells can.
C) are collected from the testes and ovaries, while adult stem cells are collected from other tissues.
D) are produced naturally in human development, while adult stem cells are from cloning.
E) There is no real genetic difference between embryonic and adult stem cells, except how they were collected.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Embryonic stem cells are undifferentiated, and embryos can survive when cells are removed.

When Comparing the Genetic Characteristics Between Embryonic and Adult Stem