Simple Description

An undifferentiated cell that can develop into any specialised cell

Further Detail

There are different types of stem cells with different capabilities. In humans, stem cells from the umbilical cord and embryos are able to develop into any body cell. Stem cells found in adult bone marrow are only able to develop into cells found in the blood. Stem cells in plants are found in the meristem tissue.

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