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Stem cells and meristems

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Total cards: 11•Content version: v4•Public deck•Updated: 8/1/2026

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#1
Front (Question)

Why do animals need carbs?

Back (Answer)

For slow release energy

#2
Front (Question)

Why do animals need protein?

Back (Answer)

For growth and repair

#3
Front (Question)

Why do animals need fats?

Back (Answer)

For energy and insulation

#4
Front (Question)

What are the 5 main things plant and animals need to develop?

Back (Answer)

Water Warmth A balanced diet Vitamins and minerals Sunlight

#5
Front (Question)

What are meristems?

Back (Answer)

Meristems are the sites of production of non-specialised calls in plants

#6
Front (Question)

What meristems are found at the top of shoots and roots?

Back (Answer)

Apical meristems

#7
Front (Question)

Where are lateral meristems found?

Back (Answer)

In the stem

#8
Front (Question)

What are apical meristems used for?

Back (Answer)

To increase length

#9
Front (Question)

What are lateral meristems used for?

Back (Answer)

To increase width

#10
Front (Question)

What are stem cells?

Back (Answer)

Stem cells are non-specialised cells that have no particular function

#11
Front (Question)

Name two types of stem cells

Back (Answer)

Embryonic stem cells Adult stem cells