What type of cell retains the ability to divide repeatedly into any type of cell, thus allowing the body to repair and grow?

What will be an ideal response?


stem cell

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________ formation begins with the initial colonization of the pellicle by Streptococcus gordonii, S. oralis, and S. mitis.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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situation in which a genetically distinct local population is established by a few colonizing individuals is know as 

A. fitness. B. gene pooling. C. genetic drift. D. the founder effect.  

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Stake shanks have a standard size.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Glycolysis

A. uses 2 ATP, produces 2 ATP, does not require oxygen. B. uses 2 ATP, produces 4 ATP, does not require oxygen. C. uses 2 ATP, produces 2 ATP and requires oxygen. D. uses 2 ATP, produces 4 ATP and requires oxygen.

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