Tissues in Action — Class 9 Science NCERT Solutions (Free)

Free step-by-step NCERT solutions for Class 9 Science chapter "Tissues in Action" — 8 important questions with detailed answers for CBSE board exam preparation.

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Key Questions Covered:

What is a tissue?
Name the four types of animal tissues.
What are the two main types of plant tissues?
Classify permanent plant tissues and name one example of each.
What is the function of epithelial tissue?
What is the difference between xylem and phloem?
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Solutions Summary:

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What is a tissue?	✓ Solved
Name the four types of animal tissues.	✓ Solved
What are the two main types of plant tissues?	✓ Solved
Classify permanent plant tissues and name one example of …	✓ Solved
What is the function of epithelial tissue?	✓ Solved
What is the difference between xylem and phloem?	✓ Solved

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Q1: What is a tissue?

A tissue is a group of similar cells that work together to perform a specific function. It is the next level of organization above cells and is made of many cells with the same origin and function.

Q2: Name the four types of animal tissues.

1. Epithelial tissue - covers body surfaces and lines organs 2. Connective tissue - supports and binds other tissues 3. Muscular tissue - enables movement 4. Nervous tissue - transmits electrical signals for sensation and control

Q3: What are the two main types of plant tissues?

1. Meristematic tissue - contains actively dividing cells for growth at root and shoot tips 2. Permanent tissue - differentiated cells that have stopped dividing, providing structure and function

Q4: Classify permanent plant tissues and name one example of each.

Permanent tissues are classified as: 1. Simple tissues - parenchyma (storage), collenchyma (support), sclerenchyma (protection) 2. Complex tissues - xylem (water transport), phloem (nutrient transport)

Q5: What is the function of epithelial tissue?

Epithelial tissue covers the outer surface of the body and lines internal organs and body cavities. It provides protection, allows absorption and secretion, and acts as a barrier against harmful substances and pathogens.

Q6: What is the difference between xylem and phloem?

Xylem transports water and minerals from roots upward; phloem transports prepared food (sugars) from leaves to other parts. Xylem has dead cells when mature; phloem has living cells. Xylem is unidirectional; phloem is bidirectional.

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