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stem cell

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A primal undifferentiated cell from which a variety of other cells can develop through the process of cellular differentiation.

Equivalents

Españolcélula madre
Françaiscellule souche
DeutschStammzelle
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Examples

“Stem cells are characterized by their ability to self-renew and to produce⟳ numerous differentiated cell types, and are directly responsible for generating and maintaining tissues and organs.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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See also

stem duchy stem family stem ginger stem group stem lettuce stem mammal

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