Question

In plants, cell division is restricted upto _______________.

• A. Meristematic cells
• B. Permanent cells
• C. Xylem
• D. Phloem

Answer 1

The correct option is A Meristematic cells

• A meristematic tissue has an immense potential for division. They have a nucleus and they are full of cytoplasm.
• These generally divide and form the clump of cells which further undergoes maturation to form specialized cells. Permanent tissues contain cells, which are differentiated for a specific role and cannot divide to give rise to new cells.
• Xylem is a complex permanent tissue. Hence, it has lost its ability to divide. Phloem is a complex permanent tissue. Hence, it has lost its ability to divide.

So, the correct answer is option A.