Plant Tissue Identification and Functions

The video tutorial introduces plant tissues, focusing on parenchyma and sclerenchyma. It explains the types of plant tissues, including meristematic and permanent tissues, and demonstrates how to prepare and observe plant tissue slides under a microscope. The tutorial concludes with a comparison of the characteristics of parenchyma and sclerenchyma, highlighting differences in cell wall thickness, arrangement, lumen size, and cell vitality.

What is the primary function of tissues in plants?

• To store water

• To absorb sunlight

• To provide color to the plant

• To perform a specific function

Which of the following is NOT a type of permanent tissue?

• Meristematic tissue

• Sclerenchyma

• Parenchyma

• Collenchyma

What is the first step in preparing a temporary stained slide?

• Mounting the section on a slide

• Observing under a microscope

• Cutting the stem into pieces

• Staining the sections

Which stain is used for preparing the slide?

• Iodine

• Eosin

• Methylene blue

• Saffron

What is observed under the microscope after preparing the slide?

• The size of the plant

• The color of the plant

• The structure of the cells

• The shape of the leaves

Which type of cells are loosely arranged with intercellular spaces?

• Phloem

• Xylem

• Parenchyma

• Sclerenchyma

What is a characteristic of sclerenchyma cells?

• Large lumen

• Thin walls

• Living cells

• Thick walls

How can you differentiate between parenchyma and sclerenchyma cells?

• By their cell wall thickness

• By their location in the plant

• By their color

• By their ability to photosynthesize

Which type of cells are typically dead at maturity?

• Parenchyma

• Collenchyma

• Sclerenchyma

• Meristematic

What is the shape of parenchyma cells?

• Angular

• Circular

• Triangular

• Square