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Questions
1. A cell that is most likely to retain the ability to divide, perform metabolic functions, and store photosynthate would be a
a. bark cell.
b. endodermal cell in a root.
c. vessel element in the vascular system.
d. fibre cell.
e. parenchyma cell in a leaf.
2. All of the following are plant adaptations to life on land except
a. root hairs.
b. cuticle.
c. tracheids and vessels.
d. collenchyma.
e. photosynthesis.
3. All participate in double fertilization except
a. Antipodal cells
b. Synergids
c. Polar nuclei
d. Eggs
e. Tube cells
4. A plant developed a mineral deficiency after being treated with a fungicide. What is the most probable cause of the deficiency?
a. Proton pumps reversed the membrane potential
b. Active transport of minerals was inhibited.
c. The genes for the synthesis of transport proteins were destroyed.
d. Mycorrhizal fungi were killed.
e. Mineral receptor proteins in the plant membrane were not functioning.
5. A soil well suited for the growth of most plants would have all of the following properties except
a. high cation exchange capacity.
b. good drainage.
c. abundant humus.
d. a pH of 8 to 9
e. air spaces.