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Questions on Cells Tissues and Organs Questions
Question 1 of 5
The process by which information is read from DNA, encoded and transported outside the nucleus is known as:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: To "transcribe" is to record the information from a source and to record it at another place(onto mRNA). Then messenger RNA moves out of the nucleus
Question 2 of 5
The type of epithelium that is found lining internal body compartments, blood vessels and lungs is
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Simple squamous lines internal surfaces requiring diffusion.
Question 3 of 5
The neuron is made up of all of the following EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Synapse is a junction between neurons, not a part of a single neuron.
Question 4 of 5
Unspecialized epithelial cells which act as a source for mitosis are called __________ cells.
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Stem cells are unspecialized and proliferate.
Question 5 of 5
Keratin is a waterproofing protein found in epithelial cells
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Keratin provides waterproofing in epithelial cells.