What is a hematopoietic stem cell?

What will be an ideal response?


A hematopoietic stem cell is a stem cell in the bone marrow that gives rise to all of the different types of blood cells.

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. STIs are spread by toilet seats, swimming pools, and hot tubs. 2. STIs are spread by hugging, kissing, and touching an infected person. 3. Scabies is a viral infection. 4. If you think you might have an STI you should wait a while to see if it goes away before seeing a doctor. 5. Chancroid causes a soft, painful sore on the genitals.

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Which characteristic applies to "central" obesity?

a. fat deposited on the outer layers of the thigh b. cellulite on the thighs c. temporary water weight d. fat deposited deep within the central abdominal area of the body e. fat deposited in the cerebral cortex

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The citric acid cycle is located in the _____________________ of a muscle fiber

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Spina bifida is associated with:

a. Poliomyelitis b. Meningomyelocele c. Multiple myeloma d. Hyperkinesis e. Narcolepsy

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