ICSE Class 7 Biology Question 17 of 19

Plant and Animal Tissues — Question 1

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Question 1

Define the terms given below:

  1. Tissue
  2. Organ
  3. Organ system
  4. Sclerenchyma
  5. Cartilage
Answer
  1. Tissue — A group of similar cells which are specialised to perform specific function is known as tissue. For example muscle tissue, skin tissue.

  2. Organ — A differentiated structure formed by group of similar tissues, which is specialised to perform a specific function is called an organ.

  3. Organ system — An organ system is a group of organs that work together to perform a specific function or set of functions in the body. For example, the digestive system.

  4. Sclerenchyma — Sclerenchyma is a simple supportive permanent tissue composed of long, narrow and thick-walled dead cells. It provides strength to the plant parts.

  5. Cartilage — Cartilage is a supportive connective tissue that covers the ends of bones, and gives support to certain organs like the nose, ear, and trachea. It consists of a clear ground substance (matrix), which contains a large number of spaces, each occupied by one or more cells.