WAEC Biology 2012 Question 5

Question 5

Cell Structure and Organisation

In which of the following multicellular organisms is interdependence of cells maintained?

  1. A.Spirogyra
  2. B.Volvox
  3. C.Eudorina
  4. D.Pandorina
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Answer: B (Volvox)

Explanation

In Volvox the cells are joined by protoplasmic strands and some are specialised for reproduction, so the cells depend on one another.