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Discuss two reasons why the therapeutic use of embryonic stem cells can present a problem.
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Ethical concerns: One of the primary reasons why the therapeutic use of embryonic stem cells can present a problem is the ethical debate surrounding the source of these cells. Embryonic stem cells are derived from human embryos, which are typically obtained from Show more…
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