Question

List some characteristics of the meristematic tissues. [3 MARKS]

Answer 1

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The characteristics of meristematic tissues are as follows:

i. They are actively dividing cells and they divide throughout their life.
ii. Cells are compactly arranged with no intercellular spaces.
iii. Cells lack vacuoles.
iv. Cells have dense cytoplasm.
v. Cells have a prominent nucleus.
vi. Cells have thin cell walls.