Combined Science GCSE
Tissue repair and replacement in adults
What Tissue repair and replacement in adults means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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In adult animals, stem cells are found in tissues such as bone marrow and are used to replace cells that are worn out or damaged.
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- Stem cells (AQA GCSE)
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