Questions: A cell in the lineage between a stem cell and a fully differentiated cell is called a - Multiple Choice stem cell somatic cell progenitor cell

A cell in the lineage between a stem cell and a fully differentiated cell is called a - 

Multiple Choice 
stem cell 
somatic cell 
progenitor cell
Transcript text: A cell in the lineage between a stem cell and a fully differentiated cell is called a $\qquad$ - Multiple Choice stem cell somatic cell progenitor cell
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The answer is the third one (or C): progenitor cell.

Explanation for each option:

  • Stem cell: This is a cell that has the potential to develop into different types of cells in the body. It is not the correct answer because the question asks for a cell that is between a stem cell and a fully differentiated cell.
  • Somatic cell: This refers to any cell in the body that is not a germ cell (sperm or egg). It is not the correct answer because somatic cells are already differentiated.
  • Progenitor cell: This is a cell that is derived from a stem cell and has the potential to differentiate into a specific type of cell. It is the correct answer because it fits the description of being between a stem cell and a fully differentiated cell.
  • Prey: This is not a relevant term in the context of cell biology and is therefore incorrect.

Summary: The correct answer is progenitor cell, as it is the type of cell that exists in the lineage between a stem cell and a fully differentiated cell.

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