A Structure That Is Composed of Two or More Tissue

question 6

Multiple Choice

A structure that is composed of two or more tissue types that work together to perform specific functions for the body is a(n) ________.

• A) complex tissue
• B) organ
• C) complex cell
• D) organ system

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Definitions:

Tuber

A swollen, fleshy, underground stem or root serving as a storage organ for nutrients, exemplified by potatoes.

Underground Stem

A stem of a plant that grows beneath the surface of the soil, such as rhizomes or tubers, storing nutrients and helping in vegetative reproduction.

Endodermis

The deepest layer of cells within a plant root's cortex, acting as a selective filter that controls the movement of materials from the soil into the vascular core.

Epidermis

The outermost layer of cells in plants and animals, serving as a protective barrier against the environment.