Question

Why is plant growth said to be unique?

Answer 1

Plant :

1. Plants are required for the survival of all life on the earth as they absorb CO₂ from the atmosphere and produce oxygen.
2. Plants are unique in that they can continue to grow for the rest of their lives.
3. The presence of meristems at specific sites throughout the plant's body gives it this ability.
4. The cells in these meristems have the potential to divide and self-renew.
5. Plants' growth is regarded to be special since they have the ability to grow indefinitely throughout their lives.