Bones contribute about 12–15 percent of body weight in adults. Muscles contribute nearly 30–50 percent in males and 30–40 percent in females. Together, bones and muscles form the musculoskeletal system that supports movement and posture.
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Bone and muscle mass differ because of age, gender, nutrition, genetics and physical activity. Bones provide support and protection, while muscles help movement and posture. Together, they contribute significantly to total body weight and body strength.
Agrobacterium tumefaciens is a bacterium that causes crown gall disease in plants by transferring genetic material into plant cells. Scientists use it in genetic engineering and tissue culture to introduce useful genes into crop plants successfully.
The correct option is (iii). Meristematic cells have thin walls, dense cytoplasm and a large prominent nucleus. These features support rapid cell division, active metabolism and continuous growth, allowing plants to increase in length, girth and regeneration.
The correct option is (ii) phloem. Phloem transports food prepared in leaves to roots and other plant parts. Malfunctioning phloem disrupts movement of sugars and nutrients, affecting growth, storage and normal metabolic activities in plants.