(i) What is a meristematic tissue ? How is it different from permanent tissue ?

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Meristematic tissue Permanent tissue

The cells actively divide to produce new cells.

Cells of permanent tissue are differentiate and do not divide further.

Cells are almost without vacuoles.

Cells of permanent tissue have vacuoles.

Cells of meristematic tissue are immature and mitochondria is simple.

The cells are fully mature and mitochondria is well developed.

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How permanent tissues derived from meristematic tissues.?

Q. Difference between meristematic tissue and permanent tissue

With respect to the given assertion and reason, choose the correct option.
Assertion (A): The process in which meristematic cells attain permanent shape, size and function is called differentiation.
Reason (R): Cells of meristematic tissue differentiate to form different types of permanent tissue.

Q. Permanent tissues differ from meristematic tissue in

A. Inability to divide
B. Attainment of definite size and shape
C. Performing a distinct function
D. Ability to divide

Q. What is the process during which meristematic tissue takes up a permanent shape, size and function?

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Meristematic tissue	Permanent tissue
The cells actively divide to produce new cells.	Cells of permanent tissue are differentiate and do not divide further.
Cells are almost without vacuoles.	Cells of permanent tissue have vacuoles.
Cells of meristematic tissue are immature and mitochondria is simple.	The cells are fully mature and mitochondria is well developed.