Cells from the Root of a Carrot May Be Used

question 18

Multiple Choice

Cells from the root of a carrot may be used to generate an entire carrot plant. This illustrates that

• A) only cells of the root contain the plant's genes.
• B) every cell of the root contains all of the plant's genes.
• C) plants are easier to clone than animals.
• D) carrots may be used for therapeutic cloning.
• E) a carrot's roots contain all of the tissues of an adult plant.

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Definitions:

Epithelial

Pertaining to the epithelium, a layer of cells covering the body surfaces, lining body cavities and forming many glands.

Connective

Often refers to connective tissue in biology, which supports, binds together, or separates other tissues or organs of the body.

Mucus

A slippery secretion produced by, and covering, mucous membranes primarily in the respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems, aiding in protection and lubrication.

Muscle

Muscle is a tissue in animals that contracts to produce movement, consisting of smooth, skeletal, and cardiac types.