Which type of adult stem cells are found in the bone marrow and can differentiate into osteoblasts, chondrocytes, and adipocytes?
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Correct answer: Mesenchymal stem cells
Mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) are multipotent stromal cells that can differentiate into various mesodermal lineages. They are distinct from hematopoietic stem cells, which produce blood and immune cells.
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