Which of the following describes a major limitation of adult (somatic) stem cells compared to embryonic stem cells, in terms of potency?
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Correct answer: They are multipotent, not pluripotent, forming fewer cell types
Adult stem cells are typically multipotent (or unipotent), so they can generate only certain related cell types rather than all body cell types, limiting their differentiation potential compared to pluripotent embryonic stem cells.
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