Biology Grade 11: Plant and Animal Cell Types

Questions and Answers

Which statement is TRUE regarding each specific level of organization?

A living tissue is made from a group of cells with a similar structure and function, which all work together to do a particular job.

An organ system is made from a group of different organs, which all work together to do a particular job.

Cells are the smallest structural units of living matter and compose all living things. (correct)

An organ is made from a group of different tissues, which all work together to do a particular job.

Which groups/types of tissues do not belong to the same group?

Ground meristem, procambium, and procambium (correct)

Collenchyma, parenchyma, and sclerenchyma

Phloem and xylem

Embryonic, epidermis and periderm

What are apical meristematic tissues? They _________________________.

are regions of cells capable of division and growth in the root and shoot tips in plants.

Which simple non-meristematic tissues are the most common cell types found in highly developed plants?

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Which plant tissues are also regarded as mature or differentiated tissues?

Non-meristematic Signup and view all the answers

Which plant tissues transport water and dissolved substances from the roots to the stems and leaves?

Xylem Signup and view all the answers

Which plant tissues are responsible for the distribution of food from the leaves to all parts of a plant?

Phloem Signup and view all the answers

What are the major types of tissues found in multicellular animals?

Connective, epithelial, muscular and nervous tissues Signup and view all the answers

Which tissues cover the outermost part of multicellular animals?

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Which tissues are responsible for the reception and conduction of impulses in our body?

Nervous Signup and view all the answers

Which type of involuntary muscle tissue is found in the human heart?

Cardiac Signup and view all the answers

Which type of neuron links the sensory and motor neurons?

Associative Signup and view all the answers

Why are connective tissues very important to multicellular animals? They __________________________.

bind, connect, and pack body parts together. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Objectives of the Lesson

Identify various cell types in plant and animal tissues.
Classify these cells and describe their functions.
Understand how cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems work together to sustain life.

Levels of Organization

An organ consists of multiple tissues working collaboratively for a specific function.
An organ system comprises different organs that perform related functions.
Tissues are made up of similar cells that work together.
Cells are the fundamental units of life, forming all living organisms.

Plant Tissues

Types of Tissues:
- Collenchyma, parenchyma, sclerenchyma (support and storage).
- Meristematic tissues (apical, ground, procambium) for growth.
Apical Meristems:
- Regions capable of cell division and growth at root and shoot tips.
- Contribute to the primary plant body and root/shoot extensions.
Non-Meristematic Tissues:
- Parenchyma is involved in photosynthesis, respiration, and protein synthesis.

Transportation Tissues in Plants

Xylem:
- Transports water and dissolved minerals from roots to stems and leaves.
Phloem:
- Distributes food made in leaves to all plant parts.

Types of Tissues in Multicellular Animals

Major Types:
- Connective, epithelial, muscular, and nervous tissues.
Epithelial Tissues:
- Cover external and internal surfaces, including the digestive and respiratory tracts.
Nervous Tissues:
- Responsible for receiving and transmitting impulses throughout the body.

Muscle Tissues

Cardiac Muscle:
- Involuntary muscle found exclusively in the heart.
Types of Muscle Tissue:
- Includes cardiac, skeletal, and smooth (visceral) muscles.

Importance of Connective Tissues

Connective tissues bind and support different body parts.
They serve as a packing material and help in excretion and secretion.
Provide structural support and strength to bodily structures.

Nervous Tissues Functions

Motor neurons transmit signals away from the central nervous system to effectors.

Description

This quiz focuses on identifying and classifying different cell types found in plant and animal tissues. Students will learn to specify the functions of each cell type, enhancing their understanding of biological structures. Prepare to apply your knowledge in this interactive assessment!