A Structure with Stems and Leaves That Arises from an Apical

question 12

Multiple Choice

A structure with stems and leaves that arises from an apical meristem is called a ____.

• A) vascular system
• B) protonema
• C) sporangium
• D) rhizome
• E) shoot system

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Definitions:

Stratified

Describes a structure that is arranged in layers or levels, often used when talking about certain types of epithelial cells.

Gap Junctions

Channels that allow for direct communication between the cytoplasm of adjacent cells, facilitating the transfer of ions and small molecules.

Desmosomes

Cell structures specialized for cell-to-cell adhesion, providing mechanical strength to tissues by binding cells together via linker proteins.

Tight Junctions

Specialized connections between neighboring cells that prevent the leakage of substances across a tissue.