The structure and properties of non-living components can be understood through which of the following?

$A$ mule is a hybrid. Which of the following statements is correct?

The properties of tissues are not present in the constituent cells but arise as a result of ...........

In plants,their functions and characteristics are explained by which of the following?

Which of the following $statement(s)$ is/are correct?
$(i)$ All living organisms have the ability to respond to environmental stimuli which could be physical,chemical,or biological.
$(ii)$ Plants respond to external factors like light,water,temperature,other organisms,pollutants,etc.
$(iii)$ Photoperiod affects the process of reproduction.
$(iv)$ Human being is the only organism who has self-consciousness.

Which of the following statements is $NOT$ correct?