BI SC 002 Lecture Notes - Lecture 6: Phenotype, Achondroplasia, Down Syndrome

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One chromosome from each pair came from each of your two parents. Gametes contain only half of the genetic information needed to create a human. During the process of fertilization, two haploid gametes combine their genetic information. Generates a new cell, with diploid chromosome number restored. This new cell is called a zygote . After fertilization, the cell beings to divide by mitosis. Can become any cell of the human body, or part of the placenta. Twins can be formed at this stage. After the cells begin to specialize into tissue-specific types, there"s no going back. The unique properties of these cells are what is desired for stem cell research. Stem cells are remarkable: embryonic, adult. Regenerative properties have potential in cell-based therapies to treat people with degenerative diseases, or organ replacement. But, there are huge ethical implications in using these types of cells. Can be limited in what cells they become.

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