The gland that produces tears is the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The gland that produces tears is the:
A. Lacrimal gland
B. Parotid gland
C. Ceruminous gland
D. Sublingual gland
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Lacrimal glands, located above the outer corner of each eye, produce tears that lubricate and protect the eye surface. Parotid and sublingual are salivary glands, ceruminous glands produce ear wax.

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Consider statements about plant biology: 1. Xylem transports water. 2. Phloem transports food. 3. Cambium is responsible for primary growth. Which are correct?
A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 1 and 2 only

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Xylem is the vascular tissue responsible for the unidirectional upward transport of water and dissolved minerals from the roots to the aerial parts of the plant. Phloem is the vascular tissue responsible for the translocation of organic nutrients (primarily sucrose) from sources to sinks, which can be bidirectional. Cambium (vascular and cork) is a lateral meristem responsible for secondary growth (increase in girth); primary growth (increase in length) is driven by apical meristems. Thus, statements 1 and 2 are correct.

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The structure that controls the entry of light into the eye by adjusting pupil size is the:
A. Iris
B. Retina
C. Lens
D. Cornea

Correct Answer: Option A


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The iris contains smooth muscle fibers (sphincter and dilator) that regulate the diameter of the pupil. The cornea and lens focus light, retina senses it.

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The fluid mosaic model describes the structure of:
A. Cell wall
B. Cytoplasm
C. Plasma membrane
D. Nucleus

Correct Answer: Option C


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