Plant Immune System Structures Quiz

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What is the primary function of tight junctions between adjacent cells in the epithelial surface?

To facilitate the exchange of nutrients between cells

To prevent the entry of microorganisms (correct)

To produce antimicrobial secretions

To regulate the body's internal temperature

Which of the following is an example of a specialized structure that prevents the entry of pathogens in some animals?

Mucus (correct)

Epidermal tissue

Epithelial surface

Cuticle

What is the term for the recognition of conserved microbial structures by the immune system, triggering an immune response?

Immune System Activation

Pathogen-Associated Molecular Patterns

PAMP-Triggered Immunity (correct)

Microbe-Activated Immunity

Which of the following plant defense structures is responsible for preventing water loss and providing a barrier against pathogens?

Cuticle (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the epidermal tissue in plant defense?

To provide a barrier against pathogens (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an antimicrobial secretion produced by some plants to prevent the entry of pathogens?

Alkaloids (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the waxy cuticle in plants?

Serves as the first line of defense against pathogens (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which plant structure provides a physical barrier against pathogenic invasions?

Cell walls (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of epidermal tissue in plants with regards to defense?

Acts as a physical barrier against pathogen entry (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a plant defense structure mentioned in the text?

Mitochondria (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of PAMP-Triggered Immunity in plants?

To initiate defense responses upon pathogen recognition (B) Signup and view all the answers

How do antimicrobial secretions help plants combat pathogens?

By directly attacking and killing pathogens (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which immunity mechanism includes the release of substances like reactive oxygen species and hydrogen peroxide?

Effector-Triggered Immunity (ETI) (C) Signup and view all the answers

What specific plant immune response involves transcription processes in the host nucleus?

Effector-Triggered Immunity (ETI) (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of pathogens in triggering Effector-Triggered Immunity (ETI)?

Produce proteins that aid in plant infection (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered an abnormal or damaged tissue caused by injury, infection, or disease?

Hypersensitive Lesions (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of immunity system refers to the faster and more immediate response to pathogens?

Innate Immunity (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which plant defense structure primarily serves as a protective barrier against pathogens?

Epidermal Tissue (A) Signup and view all the answers