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Cells and Tissues Multiple Choice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Girth of stem increases due to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Lateral meristem is on the sides of long axis of the root, stem and its branches which helps in increase of girth of the stem, i.e., secondary growth.
Question 2 of 5
A nail is inserted in the trunk of a tree at a height of 1 metre from the ground level. After 3 years the nail will
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The nail remains at the same position as the increase in height of the plant is due to primary growth of apical meristem, not affecting the nail's vertical position.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following is the epithelial tissue that lines the interior of blood vessels?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Simple squamous epithelium, with its thin, flat cells, lines blood vessels (endothelium) for efficient exchange.
Question 4 of 5
The cells responsible for the transmission of the nerve impulse are
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Neurons transmit nerve impulses via their axons and dendrites.
Question 5 of 5
Molecules composed only of hydrogen and carbon are called:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Hydrocarbons are organic molecules with only carbon and hydrogen, unlike carbohydrates which include oxygen.