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Chapter 6: Tissues — Online MCQ Test

Q: Which tissue is responsible for the growth of plants?

Answer: B. Meristematic tissue — Meristematic tissue contains actively dividing cells and is responsible for plant growth.

Q: Which meristematic tissue is found at the tips of roots and shoots?

Answer: B. Apical meristem — Apical meristem occurs at the growing tips of roots and shoots and causes elongation.

Q: Which of the following is the best reason why nervous tissue is considered highly specialized?

Answer: C. It receives and transmits information quickly — Nervous tissue is specialized to receive stimuli and transmit impulses rapidly for coordination and control.

SCIENCE · CLASS 9th · Karnataka State Board

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Chapter 6: Tissues — Important Questions & Answers (FAQ)

Frequently asked questions from Karnataka State Board CLASS 9th SCIENCE — Chapter 6: Tissues, with answers and explanations. These are sample questions; the exam has its own separate question set.

What is a tissue?

A. A group of similar cells that perform a specific function ✓
B. A group of different organs working together
C. A single cell with a nucleus
D. A group of systems forming an organism

Answer: A. A group of similar cells that perform a specific function
A tissue is formed by similar cells that work together to perform a common function.

Which tissue is responsible for the growth of plants?

A. Epithelial tissue
B. Meristematic tissue ✓
C. Connective tissue
D. Nervous tissue

Answer: B. Meristematic tissue
Meristematic tissue contains actively dividing cells and is responsible for plant growth.

Which meristematic tissue is found at the tips of roots and shoots?

A. Intercalary meristem
B. Apical meristem ✓
C. Lateral meristem
D. Permanent meristem

Answer: B. Apical meristem
Apical meristem occurs at the growing tips of roots and shoots and causes elongation.

Which statement correctly distinguishes between xylem and phloem?

A. Xylem transports food and phloem transports water
B. Xylem transports water and minerals, while phloem transports food ✓
C. Both xylem and phloem transport only water
D. Both xylem and phloem are animal tissues

Answer: B. Xylem transports water and minerals, while phloem transports food
Xylem carries water and minerals from roots, while phloem transports prepared food to different parts of the plant.

Which of the following is the best reason why nervous tissue is considered highly specialized?

A. It stores starch for the body
B. It contracts rapidly to produce movement
C. It receives and transmits information quickly ✓
D. It forms the outer covering of organs

Answer: C. It receives and transmits information quickly
Nervous tissue is specialized to receive stimuli and transmit impulses rapidly for coordination and control.