Tissues
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Plant Tissues (Meristematic and Permanent)
SubtopicPlant Tissues (Meristematic and Permanent) under Tissues for Grade 9 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
The cells of which tissue are dead at maturity?
A.Parenchyma
B.Collenchyma
C.Meristematic tissue
D.Sclerenchyma
- 2.
Water moves through xylem in which direction?
A.Upwards from roots
B.Downwards from leaves
C.Sideways only
D.In all directions
- 3.
Xylem and Phloem together constitute:
A.Epidermal tissue
B.Vascular tissue
C.Meristematic tissue
D.Ground tissue
- 4.
Which of the following is found in the vascular bundles of a plant?
A.Only Xylem
B.Only Phloem
C.Both Xylem and Phloem
D.Only Sclerenchyma
- 5.
Identify the dead element among the following phloem components:
A.Sieve tubes
B.Companion cells
C.Phloem parenchyma
D.Phloem fibres
- 6.
Which of the following statements about 'Differentiation' is true?
A.It is the process by which cells lose their nucleus
B.It is the process of taking up a permanent shape, size, and function
C.It only occurs in animal cells
D.It is the process of rapid cell division
- 7.
The primary role of 'Tracheids' in a plant is:
A.Food storage
B.Transportation of water and minerals
C.Protection from predators
D.Photosynthesis
- 8.
In the epidermal layer of leaves, the small pores called stomata are essential for which pair of processes?
A.Transpiration and Photosynthesis (Gas exchange)
B.Absorption of water and Support
C.Respiration and Secondary growth
D.Conduction of food and Transpiration
- 9.
Cells of which tissue are dead at maturity and lack a protoplasm?
A.Parenchyma and Collenchyma
B.Collenchyma and Sclerenchyma
C.Sclerenchyma and Xylem vessels
D.Phloem parenchyma and Sieve tubes
- 10.
What will happen if the phloem of a plant is girdled (removed in a ring)?
A.The roots will die first due to a lack of food.
B.The leaves will wilt immediately due to a lack of water.
C.The plant will start growing faster due to hormonal changes.
D.The plant will not be affected as xylem can take over phloem's function.
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Animal Tissues (Epithelial, Connective, Muscular, Nervous)
SubtopicAnimal Tissues (Epithelial, Connective, Muscular, Nervous) under Tissues for Grade 9 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which type of muscle tissue is characterized by cells that are unbranched and show no striations?
A.Skeletal muscle
B.Cardiac muscle
C.Smooth muscle
D.Heart muscle
- 2.
Where would you find simple squamous epithelium?
A.Alveoli of lungs
B.Inner lining of heart
C.Blood vessels
D.All of the above
- 3.
According to the diagram of a neuron, which part receives the signal first?
A.Axon
B.Dendrite
C.Nerve Ending
D.Nucleus
- 4.
Which tissue allows us to respond to stimuli quickly?
A.Muscular tissue
B.Epithelial tissue
C.Nervous tissue
D.Connective tissue
- 5.
Study the classification flowchart for animal muscular tissues. Which of the following correctly describes the structural features and a typical location for the tissue marked as 'Tissue X'?
A.They are striated, branched, and found in the muscles of the heart.
B.They are multinucleated, cylindrical, and found in the muscles of the limbs.
C.They are uninucleated, spindle-shaped, and found in the walls of the stomach.
D.They are voluntary, non-striated, and found in the muscles of the respiratory tract.
- 6.
Which of the following describes the shape of the cells in squamous epithelium?
A.Tall and pillar-like
B.Cube-like
C.Thin and flat
D.Spindle-shaped
- 7.
The cells of which tissue are loosely spaced and embedded in an intercellular matrix?
A.Epithelial tissue
B.Connective tissue
C.Muscular tissue
D.Nervous tissue
- 8.
In the hierarchy of biological organization, which of the following best describes 'Blood'?
A.A group of similar cells performing a single function
B.A complex tissue consisting of various cell types and a non-living matrix
C.An organ composed of multiple tissues
D.A cellular suspension without any tissue properties
- 9.
What is the fundamental difference between 'Exocrine' and 'Endocrine' glandular epithelium?
A.Exocrine glands lack ducts; Endocrine glands have ducts
B.Exocrine glands secrete hormones; Endocrine glands secrete enzymes
C.Exocrine glands have ducts; Endocrine glands are ductless and secrete into the blood
D.Exocrine glands are always multicellular; Endocrine glands are always unicellular
- 10.
The 'Bipolar' neurons are most commonly found in which of the following locations?
A.Cerebral cortex
B.Spinal cord
C.Retina of the eye
D.Skin receptors
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Differentiate plant and animal tissues and relate tissue structure to function
SubtopicDifferentiate plant and animal tissues and relate tissue structure to function under Tissues for Grade 9 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which tissue is found in the brain, spinal cord, and nerves?
A.Muscular tissue
B.Connective tissue
C.Nervous tissue
D.Epithelial tissue
- 2.
Which of the following tissues has cells with very little intercellular space because they form a continuous sheet?
A.Epithelial tissue
B.Areolar tissue
C.Parenchyma
D.Cartilage
- 3.
Based on the signal flow in the diagram, which part of the neuron receives the stimulus first?
A.Axon
B.Nerve Ending
C.Dendrite
D.Cell Body
- 4.
Which component of phloem is responsible for transporting food horizontally?
A.Sieve tubes
B.Companion cells
C.Phloem parenchyma
D.Phloem fibres
- 5.
Based on the structural-functional relationship shown in the flowchart, why do plants possess a significantly higher proportion of dead supportive tissues (X) compared to animals (Y)?
A.To enable the plant to actively search for nutrients in the soil.
B.To provide the necessary mechanical strength while requiring very little maintenance energy.
C.To ensure that the plant can move its branches rapidly in response to light.
D.To facilitate the high energy consumption needed for the plant's sedentary lifestyle.
- 6.
The diagram compares the growth patterns in plants and animals. Which of the following best describes the fundamental difference in how these two groups of organisms organize their tissues for growth?
A.Animals possess meristematic tissues at the base of their organs to allow continuous growth.
B.Plant growth is localized in specific regions where dividing cells are present throughout their life.
C.Most tissues in animals are dead and supportive to allow for uniform growth across the body.
D.Plant tissues are evenly distributed, allowing every part of the plant to grow at the same rate.
- 7.
Sieve tubes and companion cells are components of:
A.Xylem
B.Phloem
C.Cork
D.Cambium
- 8.
Which of the following observations would help you distinguish a collenchyma cell from a sclerenchyma cell under a microscope?
A.Presence of a cell wall
B.Presence of a large central vacuole
C.Whether the cell is living (collenchyma) or dead (sclerenchyma) at maturity
D.The presence of a nucleus in both types of cells
- 9.
The nodes of Ranvier are gaps found in which part of the nervous tissue?
A.Between the dendrites of two different neurons
B.Along the length of a myelinated axon
C.In the center of the cell body surrounding the nucleus
D.At the junction between a nerve and a muscle
- 10.
Identify the tissue that acts as a packing tissue, filling the space between organs and helping in repair.
A.Adipose tissue
B.Areolar tissue
C.Cartilage
D.Sclerenchyma
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Compare meristematic and permanent plant tissues including parenchyma, collenchyma, sclerenchyma, xylem, and phloem
SubtopicCompare meristematic and permanent plant tissues including parenchyma, collenchyma, sclerenchyma, xylem, and phloem under Tissues for Grade 9 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which of the following tissues provides the main structural strength to a plant body?
A.Parenchyma
B.Sclerenchyma
C.Meristem
D.Chlorenchyma
- 2.
The lateral meristem is responsible for increasing the thickness of the plant. Another name for it is:
A.Pith
B.Cambium
C.Cortex
D.Apex
- 3.
Which of these components of phloem is NOT living?
A.Sieve tube
B.Companion cell
C.Phloem parenchyma
D.Phloem fiber
- 4.
Perforated cell walls are a feature of which phloem component?
A.Sieve tubes
B.Companion cells
C.Phloem parenchyma
D.Phloem fibers
- 5.
Why does the cork not allow water to pass through it?
A.Due to the presence of cellulose
B.Due to the presence of suberin in their walls
C.Due to the presence of large air spaces
D.Due to the presence of chloroplasts
- 6.
What is the function of the waxy substance secreted by the epidermis of aerial parts of the plant?
A.To attract insects for pollination
B.To provide protection against water loss and mechanical injury
C.To facilitate the exchange of gases
D.To help in the absorption of sunlight
- 7.
Tracheids and vessels are different from parenchyma cells because:
A.They are living cells
B.They have thick walls and are often dead
C.They contain chloroplasts
D.They are found in the epidermis
- 8.
Chlorenchyma is a specialized form of which tissue?
A.Collenchyma
B.Parenchyma
C.Sclerenchyma
D.Meristematic
- 9.
Sieve tubes and tracheids both help in transport but differ significantly. What is a shared feature between them?
A.Both are living at maturity.
B.Both are dead at maturity.
C.Both have specialized end walls (though of different types) to facilitate flow.
D.Both lack a cell wall.
- 10.
Which tissue is responsible for the formation of 'wood' in trees?
A.Primary Xylem
B.Secondary Xylem
C.Primary Phloem
D.Secondary Phloem
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Describe epithelial, connective, muscular, and nervous tissues in animals
SubtopicDescribe epithelial, connective, muscular, and nervous tissues in animals under Tissues for Grade 9 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Where would you find cartilage in the human body?
A.Kidney tubules
B.Ear and Nose
C.Intestine lining
D.Blood vessel lining
- 2.
Which tissue type is specialized for rapid transmission of signals throughout the body?
A.Muscular tissue
B.Connective tissue
C.Nervous tissue
D.Epithelial tissue
- 3.
Involuntary muscles are also known as:
A.Striated muscles
B.Unstriated muscles
C.Skeletal muscles
D.Voluntary muscles
- 4.
Which tissue has a hard matrix and cannot be bent?
A.Cartilage
B.Bone
C.Tendon
D.Ligament
- 5.
Which of the following statements about skeletal muscles is FALSE?
A.They show alternate light and dark bands
B.They are voluntary in nature
C.They are uninucleate and spindle-shaped
D.They are mostly attached to bones
- 6.
Identify the tissue that forms the inner lining of blood vessels.
A.Cuboidal epithelium
B.Columnar epithelium
C.Squamous epithelium
D.Stratified squamous epithelium
- 7.
Which of the following tissues is found in the bone marrow?
A.Adipose tissue
B.Areolar tissue
C.Cartilage
D.Muscular tissue
- 8.
In the structural organization of compact bone tissue, as shown in the hierarchy below, what is the primary role of the Central Canal (D), and how does it support the life of the cells (E) located in the surrounding Lamellae?
A.It serves as a storage site for yellow bone marrow; nutrients diffuse through the solid calcified matrix to reach the cells.
B.It contains blood vessels and nerves; nutrients and oxygen reach the cells through a network of tiny channels called canaliculi (F).
C.It acts as a mechanical buffer to absorb shocks; cells are maintained by the interstitial fluid supplied from nearby muscular tissues.
D.It is a hollow space that reduces the overall weight of the bone; cells obtain nutrients from the periosteum via active transport.
- 9.
Which of the following is an incorrect statement regarding the differences between skeletal and smooth muscles?
A.Skeletal muscles are voluntary; smooth muscles are involuntary.
B.Skeletal muscles are branched; smooth muscles are unbranched.
C.Skeletal muscles are striated; smooth muscles are non-striated.
D.Skeletal muscles are multinucleated; smooth muscles are uninucleated.
- 10.
What is the function of the nodes of Ranvier in a myelinated neuron?
A.To produce the myelin sheath
B.To speed up the conduction of nerve impulses by saltatory conduction
C.To act as the site of neurotransmitter release
D.To provide nourishment to the axon
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Explain levels of organisation in multicellular organisms and musculoskeletal care
SubtopicExplain levels of organisation in multicellular organisms and musculoskeletal care under Tissues for Grade 9 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which of the following tissues covers the external surface of the body?
A.Connective tissue
B.Muscular tissue
C.Epithelial tissue
D.Nervous tissue
- 2.
Aerenchyma is particularly helpful for:
A.Desert plants to store water
B.Aquatic plants to float
C.Tall trees to stand upright
D.Climbers to coil around support
- 3.
In humans, the tissue that carries oxygen to different parts of the body is:
A.Nervous tissue
B.Blood
C.Muscular tissue
D.Epithelial tissue
- 4.
Which of these is NOT a component of Xylem?
A.Tracheids
B.Vessels
C.Sieve tubes
D.Xylem parenchyma
- 5.
What is the consequence of frequent poor posture while using digital devices (Text Neck)?
A.Increased efficiency of the nervous system
B.Strain on the cervical spine and surrounding muscles
C.Strengthening of the skeletal muscles in the neck
D.Reduction in the need for calcium
- 6.
Which of the following describes the cells of sclerenchyma tissue?
A.Living, thin-walled, with large intercellular spaces
B.Living, thickened at corners, with little intercellular space
C.Dead, long and narrow, with thick lignified walls
D.Dead, circular, with high water content
- 7.
Which type of plant tissue is responsible for the transport of water and minerals from the roots to the leaves?
A.Phloem
B.Parenchyma
C.Xylem
D.Collenchyma
- 8.
Identify the tissue that lacks a blood supply and receives nutrients through diffusion from the perichondrium.
A.Bone
B.Cartilage
C.Areolar tissue
D.Striated muscle
- 9.
Which of the following is a symptom of poor 'Musculoskeletal Care' leading to 'Osteoporosis' in later life?
A.Increased bone density
B.Fragile bones that are prone to fractures
C.Excessive growth of cartilage in joints
D.Hardening of the skeletal muscles
- 10.
The 'stomata' in the epidermis are guarded by kidney-shaped cells called guard cells. Which of the following regulates the opening and closing of the stomatal pore?
A.The amount of lignin in the guard cell walls
B.The change in the turgidity (water content) of the guard cells
C.The length of the epidermis
D.The number of nuclei in the guard cells
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Why are Plant and Animal Tissues Different?
SubtopicWhy are Plant and Animal Tissues Different? under Tissues for Grade 9 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Animals have localized growth only in specific organs.
A.True
B.False
C.Only in insects
D.Only in fish
- 2.
The energy requirement of a plant is low because it is:
A.Autotrophic
B.Heterotrophic
C.Sedentary
D.Moving
- 3.
Most animal cells are:
A.Living
B.Dead
C.Made of lignin
D.Non-dividing always
- 4.
Which of these cells usually contains a large central vacuole?
A.Muscle cell
B.Nerve cell
C.Plant cell
D.Red blood cell
- 5.
The cell walls in plant tissues are often thickened with or to provide:
A.Flexibility for movement
B.Support and rigidity
C.Energy for the cell
D.A medium for cell division
- 6.
Which statement regarding 'Tissue' is correct for Grade 9 level understanding?
A.Plant tissues are always more complex than animal tissues.
B.Animals have tissues that grow throughout their life in specific zones.
C.Plants have specialized areas for growth, whereas animal growth is more uniform.
D.Animals have more dead cells than plants.
- 7.
What happens to the energy consumption of a plant as it develops more dead wood?
A.It increases significantly.
B.It stays the same for maintenance of those dead cells.
C.It remains low because dead cells do not require metabolic maintenance.
D.The plant stops using energy entirely.
- 8.
Which of the following is the most fundamental reason for the difference in the 'complexity of organization' between plant and animal tissues?
A.The sedentary vs. active lifestyle which dictates energy needs and response mechanisms.
B.The difference in the size of the cells.
C.The fact that plants have flowers and animals do not.
D.The presence of a nucleus in animal cells but not in plant cells.
- 9.
If you were to observe a tissue under a microscope and saw 'prominent vacuoles' and 'cellulose cell walls', but no 'centrioles', you would conclude it is:
A.An animal tissue, because of the vacuoles.
B.A plant tissue, because of the cell walls and lack of centrioles.
C.A fungal tissue, because it has both features.
D.A bacterial colony, because of the size of the cells.
- 10.
The 'protective' tissue of an animal (skin) is dynamic and self-renewing across its entire surface. How does this compare to a large tree's bark?
A.The bark is also self-renewing across the entire surface through the action of the cork cambium (a localized meristem).
B.The bark is static and does not grow; it simply stretches until it cracks.
C.The bark is living tissue, while skin is mostly dead tissue.
D.Bark is only found on the roots, whereas skin covers the entire animal.
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Tissues for Growth in Plants
SubtopicTissues for Growth in Plants under Tissues for Grade 9 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which tissue is responsible for the increase in the length of the internode?
A.Lateral meristem
B.Apical meristem
C.Intercalary meristem
D.Secondary meristem
- 2.
Meristematic cells have ________ cell walls.
A.Thick
B.Thin
C.Lignified
D.Suberized
- 3.
Vascular cambium and cork cambium are examples of ________.
A.Apical meristem
B.Lateral meristem
C.Intercalary meristem
D.Permanent tissue
- 4.
When cells of apical meristem divide, the cells left behind at the nodes form ________.
A.Lateral meristem
B.Intercalary meristem
C.Xylem
D.Phloem
- 5.
The presence of thin walls and lack of vacuoles in meristematic cells is an adaptation for:
A.Rapid and frequent cell division
B.Storing large amounts of water
C.Providing structural support to the plant
D.Transporting minerals
- 6.
What is the result of constant cell division in the apical meristem?
A.Thickening of the bark
B.Formation of fruit
C.Elongation of the plant axis
D.Storage of starch
- 7.
Which tissue is usually found in the growing regions of the roots and stems?
A.Permanent tissue
B.Meristematic tissue
C.Dead tissue
D.Conducting tissue
- 8.
If a plant's vascular cambium is destroyed by a parasite, which of the following processes will be most immediately and severely affected?
A.Elongation of the shoot tip
B.Production of new leaves at the nodes
C.Transport of water and minerals through new secondary xylem
D.Protection of the root tip by the root cap
- 9.
The cork cambium produces cork on the outside and secondary cortex on the inside. What is the botanical name for the cork tissue?
A.Phelloderm
B.Phellem
C.Phellogen
D.Periderm
- 10.
What is the primary chemical component of the 'primary cell wall' in a meristematic cell?
A.Lignin
B.Suberin
C.Cellulose
D.Chitin
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Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Connective tissues are characterized by cells that are:
A.Tightly packed without space
B.Loosely spaced and embedded in a matrix
C.Long and cylindrical
D.Dead and hollow
- 2.
Which tissue provides mechanical support to the kidney tubules?
A.Squamous epithelium
B.Cuboidal epithelium
C.Columnar epithelium
D.Ciliated epithelium
- 3.
Ligaments are very elastic because they:
A.Connect muscle to bone
B.Have very little matrix
C.Are made of calcium
D.Are found in the brain
- 4.
Which tissue makes up the bulk of the heart?
A.Smooth muscle
B.Skeletal muscle
C.Cardiac muscle
D.Areolar tissue
- 5.
Which tissue is responsible for the movement of food in the alimentary canal?
A.Skeletal muscle
B.Smooth muscle
C.Cardiac muscle
D.Connective tissue
- 6.
Blood platelets help in:
A.Oxygen transport
B.Immunity
C.Blood clotting
D.Waste removal
- 7.
Which of the following is a characteristic of unstriated (smooth) muscles?
A.They are under our conscious control.
B.They are found in the limbs.
C.They are uninucleated.
D.They have dark and light bands.
- 8.
Which of the following tissues is most likely to have the highest rate of metabolic activity and cell division?
A.Nervous Tissue
B.Epithelial Tissue
C.Dense Connective Tissue
D.Cartilage
- 9.
What is the primary difference between a 'granulocyte' and an 'agranulocyte' in the blood?
A.Presence of a nucleus.
B.Presence of visible granules in the cytoplasm after staining.
C.Ability to carry oxygen.
D.Origin in the bone marrow vs the lymph nodes.
- 10.
Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?
A.Axon
B.Dendrites
C.Myelin sheath
D.Axon terminal
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The Musculoskeletal System
SubtopicThe Musculoskeletal System under Tissues for Grade 9 CBSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
The framework that supports the body and protects internal organs is the:
A.Muscular system
B.Skeletal system
C.Nervous system
D.Respiratory system
- 2.
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of skeletal muscles?
A.Long and cylindrical
B.Unbranched
C.Uninucleate
D.Striated
- 3.
Flexibility in plants is due to collenchyma, but flexibility in the human ear is due to:
A.Bone
B.Cartilage
C.Tendon
D.Ligament
- 4.
Which tissue helps in the movement of blood through the arteries?
A.Smooth muscle
B.Skeletal muscle
C.Striated muscle
D.Ligament
- 5.
Skeletal muscles are typically arranged in antagonistic pairs, such as the biceps and triceps, to facilitate movement at a joint. Based on the fundamental properties of muscle tissue, why is this arrangement necessary?
A.A single muscle is not strong enough to move a bone in more than one direction.
B.Muscle fibers can only exert force by contracting (pulling) and cannot push a bone back.
C.One muscle in every pair must be involuntary to ensure the body can move during sleep.
D.The pair is required to maintain a constant supply of mineral salts in the bone matrix.
- 6.
Which tissue acts as a 'binder' for various other tissues and occupies the space between skin and muscles?
A.Adipose tissue
B.Areolar tissue
C.Cartilage
D.Bone marrow
- 7.
Voluntary muscles are also known as:
A.Visceral muscles
B.Skeletal muscles
C.Cardiac muscles
D.Unstriated muscles
- 8.
The multinucleated condition of skeletal muscle fibers is technically called a:
A.Syncytium
B.Coenocyte
C.Mesokaryote
D.Heterokaryote
- 9.
What happens to a bone if it is kept in dilute for several days?
A.It becomes hard and brittle
B.It dissolves completely
C.It becomes flexible as the inorganic salts are removed
D.It swells and turns into a jelly-like mass
- 10.
The sheath of connective tissue that surrounds an individual muscle fiber is called:
A.Epimysium
B.Perimysium
C.Endomysium
D.Sarcolemma
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Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Which of the following is not a function of joints?
A.Allowing movement
B.Providing flexibility
C.Connecting the skeletal system
D.Producing digestive enzymes
- 2.
The tissue that joins a muscle to a bone is called a:
A.Ligament
B.Tendon
C.Cartilage
D.Areolar tissue
- 3.
What type of joint is found between the carpals of the wrist?
A.Ball and socket joint
B.Pivot joint
C.Gliding joint
D.Hinge joint
- 4.
Which joint allows the forearm to rotate (turn the palm up and down)?
A.Pivot joint
B.Hinge joint
C.Ball and socket joint
D.Fixed joint
- 5.
Study the structural and functional characteristics of the joint described in the flowchart. Which joint type and corresponding example correctly replace the question mark?
A.Hinge Joint; Knee
B.Pivot Joint; Radius and Ulna
C.Ball and Socket Joint; Shoulder
D.Gliding Joint; Tarsals
- 6.
The joint between the femur and the pelvic girdle is an example of a:
A.Hinge joint
B.Pivot joint
C.Ball and socket joint
D.Fixed joint
- 7.
Bones are made of living cells called:
A.Chondrocytes
B.Osteocytes
C.Lymphocytes
D.Erythrocytes
- 8.
Movement away from the midline of the body, often occurring at ball and socket joints, is termed as:
A.Adduction
B.Abduction
C.Flexion
D.Extension
- 9.
Which type of joint is characterized by having 'no joint cavity' and bones held together by 'hyaline cartilage'?
A.Symphysis
B.Synchondrosis
C.Syndesmosis
D.Suture
- 10.
The articular capsule of a synovial joint is composed of two layers. What is the inner layer called?
A.Fibrous capsule
B.Synovial membrane
C.Periosteum
D.Endosteum
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- 1.
Which of the following provides support and flexibility to body parts?
A.Cartilage
B.Bone
C.Tendon
D.Blood
- 2.
Bone matrix is a reservoir for which mineral?
A.Iodine
B.Calcium
C.Fluorine
D.Iron
- 3.
The tissue that anchors the muscles to the skeletal system is:
A.Tendon
B.Ligament
C.Areolar
D.Adipose
- 4.
Which tissue is responsible for forming the shape of our nose?
A.Bone
B.Cartilage
C.Ligament
D.Tendon
- 5.
Study the provided flowchart representing the primary components of the bone matrix. If a bone sample is immersed in a dilute acid like that specifically dissolves 'Component A' while leaving 'Component B' intact, how will the physical property of the bone change?
A.The bone will become extremely hard and impossible to break.
B.The bone will become flexible and can be bent easily without breaking.
C.The bone will turn into a brittle substance that crumbles into powder at a touch.
D.The bone will completely dissolve into a liquid, leaving no solid structure behind.
- 6.
Bone is different from other connective tissues because of its:
A.Solid matrix
B.Fluid matrix
C.Lack of cells
D.Inability to repair
- 7.
Which tissue acts as a 'glue' or 'anchor' to keep muscles attached to the skeletal framework?
A.Tendon
B.Ligament
C.Cartilage
D.Epithelium
- 8.
Which of the following contains the least amount of inorganic salts?
A.Femur of an adult
B.Skull of an adult
C.Cartilage of the nose
D.Rib of an adult
- 9.
Which skeletal tissue acts as a shock absorber at the joints?
A.Compact bone
B.Hyaline cartilage
C.Ligament
D.Tendon
- 10.
The matrix of bone is arranged in layers known as:
A.Lacunae
B.Lamellae
C.Trabeculae
D.Canaliculi
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