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  • Stem Cell Differentiation: Understanding Cell Specialization
    Stem cells are the type of cell that differentiates.

    Here's why:

    * Stem cells are undifferentiated: They have the potential to become any type of cell in the body.

    * Differentiation: This is the process by which a stem cell becomes specialized, acquiring unique characteristics and functions that define a specific cell type (e.g., muscle cell, nerve cell, skin cell).

    Examples of differentiated cells:

    * Muscle cells: Responsible for movement.

    * Nerve cells (neurons): Transmit electrical signals throughout the body.

    * Blood cells: Transport oxygen and fight infections.

    * Skin cells: Protect the body from the environment.

    Note: While stem cells are the primary cells that differentiate, other types of cells can also undergo some degree of differentiation under specific conditions.

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