Types of Plant Tissues Quiz

Questions and Answers

What type of tissue is composed of more than one type of cell and coordinates to perform a common function?

Connective tissue

Simple permanent tissue

Complex tissue (correct)

Epithelial tissue

Which of the following is NOT a component of xylem tissue?

Xylem parenchyma

Xylem fibres

Sieve tubes (correct)

Tracheids

How do xylem and phloem differ in terms of material transport?

Xylem conducts tissue is absent in complex plants; phloem is dominant

Xylem transports materials in both directions; phloem transports vertically

Xylem transports food; phloem transports water

Xylem transports water and minerals vertically; phloem transports food bidirectionally (correct)

Which function is primarily associated with the parenchyma in xylem tissue?

Storage of food Signup and view all the answers

Which of these options correctly identifies a type of cell found in phloem?

Sieve tubes Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of complex tissues in plants?

They perform a common function with multiple cell types Signup and view all the answers

In which type of plant tissue do tracheids and vessels belong?

Xylem Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cells in phloem are known for their perforated walls?

Sieve tubes Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Types of Tissues

Tissues consist of cells similar in structure, known as simple permanent tissue.
Complex tissue is composed of multiple cell types that work together for a common function.

Conductive Tissues

Xylem and phloem are examples of complex tissues functioning as conducting tissues.
These tissues form a vascular bundle, which is essential for plant survival in terrestrial environments.

Xylem

Composed of tracheids, vessels, xylem parenchyma, and xylem fibers.
Contains thick-walled cells, with a majority being dead.
Tracheids and vessels are tubular, facilitating the vertical transport of water and minerals.
Parenchyma serves to store food and aids in lateral water conduction.
Fibers provide structural support.

Phloem

Made up of sieve tubes, companion cells, phloem fibers, and phloem parenchyma.
Sieve tubes are tubular cells distinguished by perforated walls.
Unlike xylem, phloem allows for the bidirectional movement of materials, transporting food from leaves to other plant parts.

Description

Test your knowledge on the different types of plant tissues, including simple and complex permanent tissues. This quiz will cover the characteristics and functions of xylem and phloem, essential for plant biology. Enhance your understanding of plant anatomy and functions through this engaging quiz.