Tissue Culture MCQs

A. A small bead or particle used to support cell growth in suspension cultures.
B. A type of microscope used to observe cells in culture.
C. A type of media used to promote cell growth.
D. A device used to sterilize tissue culture equipment.
Answer: A

A. To prevent bacterial contamination.
B. To promote cell growth.
C. To differentiate cells.
D. To sterilize the culture.
Answer: A

A. A device used to culture cells or tissues on a large scale.
B. A type of microscope used to observe cells in culture.
C. A type of media used to promote cell growth.
D. A device used to sterilize tissue culture equipment.
Answer: A

A. To study the growth and behavior of cells in a controlled environment.
B. To develop new treatments and therapies for diseases.
C. To create artificial organs and tissues for transplantation.
D. All of the above.
Answer: D

A. Autoclaving.
B. Boiling.
C. Chemical treatment.
D. Irradiation.
Answer: A

A. Undifferentiated tissue that is formed when plant cells are grown in culture.
B. A type of bacterial infection.
C. A type of cancer.
D. A type of fungal infection.
Answer: A

A. The formation of embryos from somatic cells in tissue culture.
B. The formation of embryos from germ cells in tissue culture.
C. The formation of embryos from stem cells in tissue culture.
D. The formation of embryos from egg cells in tissue culture.
Answer: A

A. It allows for the rapid propagation of large numbers of plants with desirable characteristics.
B. It is more cost-effective than traditional plant propagation methods.
C. It does not require any specialized equipment.
D. It does not require a sterile environment.
Answer: A

A. To preserve tissues for future use.
B. To sterilize the culture.
C. To promote cell growth.
D. To prevent contamination.
Answer: A

A. Primary cultures are derived directly from tissues, while secondary cultures are derived from primary cultures.
B. Secondary cultures are derived directly from tissues, while primary cultures are derived from secondary cultures.
C. Primary cultures are derived from animal cells, while secondary cultures are derived from plant cells.
D. Secondary cultures are derived from bacterial cells, while primary cultures are derived from fungal cells.
Answer: A