WAEC Biology 2015 Question 3

Question 3

Cell Structure and Organisation

Which of the following cells is a specialized cell?

  1. A.Amoeba
  2. B.Plasmodium
  3. C.Guard cell
  4. D.Meristematic cell.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Guard cell)

Explanation

A guard cell has a special shape and job: it opens and closes the stoma. Meristematic cells are unspecialised dividing cells, and Amoeba and Plasmodium are whole single-celled organisms.