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Cell Specialization in Living Organisms

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In multi-cellular organisms, most cells are specialized to __________.

be identical to each other

carry out specific functions (correct)

reproduce rapidly

form unicellular organisms

How do muscle cells in human beings contribute to movement?

Produce hormones

Contract and relax (correct)

Conduct food and water

Carry messages

What is a cluster of cells carrying out a particular function at a definite place in the body called?

Unicellular cell

Organism

Protein

Tissue (correct)

Which of the following is NOT an example of a tissue?

Skin Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the concept of division of labour in multi-cellular organisms?

Different groups of cells perform specific functions efficiently Signup and view all the answers

Why are most cells in multi-cellular organisms specialized to carry out specific functions?

To work together efficiently in groups Signup and view all the answers

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. Signup and view all the answers

Why do plants have large quantities of supportive tissue, as mentioned in the text?

To support their upright position since they are stationary. Signup and view all the answers

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. Signup and view all the answers

What type of tissue is responsible for the growth of plants only in specific regions?

Meristematic tissue Signup and view all the answers

How are new cells produced by meristematic tissues initially described?

Similar to meristem itself Signup and view all the answers

Why do complex animals have a more specialised organ system design compared to complex plants?

To adapt for an active locomotion lifestyle. Signup and view all the answers