Question

How is development defined in terms of differentiation and growth?

Answer 1

Development in terms of differentiation and growth

1. In a plant's life, growth, differentiation, and development are all intertwined.
2. The total of growth and differentiation is development.
3. Plant development is influenced by both internal and external influences.
4. Intrinsic variables include intracellular genetic influences and intracellular environmental factors (intercellular factors growth regulators).
5. Light, temperature, water, oxygen, and nutrition are examples of extrinsic influences.