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In what ways might the use of embryonic stem cells be better than the use of adult stem cells

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Embryonic stem cells have a larger differentiation potential than adult stem cells

Step-by-step explanation:

This is because embryonic stem cells can develop in any other type of differentiated cell type in the body (pluripotent), while adult stem cells are limited in that way (multipotent or unipotent). So, we can say that embryonic stem cells are more flexibile.

Another advantage of the embryonic stem cells is that they are more easily grown in culture.

Embryonic stem cells- derived during early development

Adult stem cells-derived from adult tissue

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