Question

Cytoplasmic streaming is shown by –

• A. Hydrilla leaf
• B. Cytoplasmic bacteria
• C. Both A and B
• D. None Of These

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Both A and B

The correct option is C

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Cytoplasmic Streaming refers to the movement of the liquid component of cytoplasm within some cells.
2. Hydrilla is a submerged, perennial aquatic plant.
3. Hydrilla has small, green, pointed leaves.
4. Leaves of Hydrilla show cytoplasmic streaming and it helps in the movement of substances and grows in whorls of four to eight around the stem.
5. The leaf margins are distinctly saw-toothed. Hydrilla's small leaves are strap-like and pointed.
6. Cytoplasmic bacteria exhibit cytoplasmic streaming.
7. This is also known as protoplasmic streaming. This helps in the movement of substances.
8. Cytoplasm helps bacterial cells in growth, metabolism, replication, etc.

Final answer: Cytoplasmic streaming has been shown by both Hydrilla leaf and cytoplasmic bacteria.