Which Statement About Mistletoe Is False

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which statement about mistletoe is false?

• A) It is a hemiparasite.
• B) It is an endoparasite.
• C) It relies on its host for water and mineral nutrients.
• D) It can photosynthesize, and thus can generate its own carbohydrates.

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Definitions:

Sarcolemma

The cell membrane surrounding a muscle fiber, crucial in muscle contraction and conduction of nerve impulses.

Labeled Structure

A term indicating a diagram or image where specific parts have been marked with labels to identify them.

Acetylcholine

A neurotransmitter in both the central and peripheral nervous systems that is involved in muscle contraction, memory formation, and various other functions.

Axon Terminal

The end of an axon, which makes synaptic connections with another nerve cell or with a muscle or gland cell, allowing for the transmission of electric nerve impulses.