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Define stem cells and briefly discuss stem cell research and its potential for use in treating disease.
 
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In the embryo, stem cells divide to form about 200 different cell types that become parts of the tissues and organs of the body. In adults, stem cells are a reservoir that provides replacements for cells lost through injury, disease, or wear and tear. The ability to isolate stem cells from embryos and to produce stem cells from normal body cells in the laboratory offers the possibility of using stem cells to treat disorders such as heart disease, diabetes, and other degenerative conditions
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