GENERAL HISTOLOGY

INTRODUCTION

CELL STRUCTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which type of cell looks more square?
A
Animal Cells
B
Plant Cells
C
Both Plants and Animal Cells
D
Skin cells
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -But in general, because of the presence of the protective cell wall, plant cells do look more “square” than animal cells.

Detailed explanation-2: -Plant cells are not necessarily square, but they due tend to have distinct edges and be somewhat rectangular. This structure is caused by the cell wall which is very rigid and therefore forces the cell to have a defined shape. Plant cells also contain chloroplasts.

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer and Explanation: Plant cells are square and animal cells are round because plant cells have a cell wall and animal cells do not.

Detailed explanation-4: -Plant cells have a cell wall, as well as a cell membrane. In plants, the cell wall surrounds the cell membrane. This gives the plant cell its unique rectangular shape. Animal cells simply have a cell membrane, but no cell wall.

Detailed explanation-5: -Cell walls give the plant cells their boxy shape and provide support for tall upright structures like stalks and tree trunks. Animal cells do not have a cell wall and tend to be round in shape.

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