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There are 2 type of stem cells

* embryonic stem cells

* and adult stem cells

fetal stem cells are grouped into the adult stem cell category

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What kind of stem cells can only develop into cells that are closely related to the original stem cells?

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What are the ethnics of using stem cells?

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Which of these is the BEST source of stem cells and minimizes the risk associated with stem cell transplantation?

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