12 Questions
In multi-cellular organisms, most cells are specialized to __________.
carry out specific functions
How do muscle cells in human beings contribute to movement?
Contract and relax
What is a cluster of cells carrying out a particular function at a definite place in the body called?
Tissue
Which of the following is NOT an example of a tissue?
Skin
Which statement best describes the concept of division of labour in multi-cellular organisms?
Different groups of cells perform specific functions efficiently
Why are most cells in multi-cellular organisms specialized to carry out specific functions?
To work together efficiently in groups
What is a characteristic difference between plants and animals based on the given text?
Plants have a uniform pattern of cell growth, while animals have dividing and non-dividing regions.
Why do plants have large quantities of supportive tissue, as mentioned in the text?
To support their upright position since they are stationary.
What is a key difference between cell growth in animals and plants?
There is no such demarcation of dividing and non-dividing regions in animals.
What type of tissue is responsible for the growth of plants only in specific regions?
Meristematic tissue
How are new cells produced by meristematic tissues initially described?
Similar to meristem itself
Why do complex animals have a more specialised organ system design compared to complex plants?
To adapt for an active locomotion lifestyle.
Explore how multicellular organisms have specialized cells to carry out specific functions, unlike unicellular organisms where a single cell performs all basic functions. Understand the significance of cell specialization in the functioning of living organisms.
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