A model of stem cell differentiation is shown in the image. Examine the image. Describe the role of nucleic acids in the differentiation model shown here. Select ALL descriptions that apply.
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A Only certain genes are activated in stem cells to become differentiated.Only certain genes are activated in stem cells to become differentiated.
B Deleting the genes that are not utilized in a cell conserves energy for the stem cells.Deleting the genes that are not utilized in a cell conserves energy for the stem cells.
C The activation of specific portions of the genome creates a cell with a specialized function.The activation of specific portions of the genome creates a cell with a specialized function.
D Additional DNA is inserted into a cell to create a specialized cell, such as the neuron shown here.Additional DNA is inserted into a cell to create a specialized cell, such as the neuron shown here.
E Creating a differentiated cell requires that the majority of the genome within the stem cell to become activated.Creating a differentiated cell requires that the majority of the genome within the stem cell to become activated.
A Only certain genes are activated in stem cells to become differentiated.
C The activation of specific portions of the genome creates a cell with a specialized function.