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What is the historical origin of the English word 'tissue'?
What is the historical origin of the English word 'tissue'?
- Derived from the Spanish word 'tissu'
- Derived from the Italian word 'tessuto'
- Derived from the French word 'tisser' (correct)
- Derived from the Latin word 'tissere'
Who is considered as the 'Father of Histology'?
Who is considered as the 'Father of Histology'?
- Robert Hooke
- Anton van Leeuwenhoek
- Carolus Linnaeus
- Xavier Bichat (correct)
What are the three broad tissue systems in plant anatomy?
What are the three broad tissue systems in plant anatomy?
- Dermal, Vascular, Ground
- Epidermis, Ground tissue, Vascular tissue (correct)
- Epidermis, Cortex, Xylem
- Stem, Leaf, Flower
What is the name of the study of tissues in connection with disease?
What is the name of the study of tissues in connection with disease?
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Which tool has enhanced the detail that can be observed in tissues?
Which tool has enhanced the detail that can be observed in tissues?
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Historical Origin of "Tissue"
- The English word "tissue" has its origin in Old French "tissu", meaning "cloth" or "fabric", which was later adopted into Middle English.
Father of Histology
- Marcello Malpighi is considered the "Father of Histology" for his pioneering work in the field of microscopy and histology.
Plant Anatomy
- The three broad tissue systems in plant anatomy are:
- Dermal tissue system
- Ground tissue system
- Vascular tissue system
Study of Tissues in Connection with Disease
- The study of tissues in connection with disease is known as Pathology.
Enhanced Observation of Tissues
- The invention of the Electron Microscope has greatly enhanced the detail that can be observed in tissues.
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