Question

Meristem that occurs between mature tissues is ___________.

• A. Lateral meristem
• B. Cambium
• C. Intercalary meristem
• D. Apical meristem

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Intercalary meristem

The correct option is C.
Explanation of the correct option:

1. Meristem occurs between mature cells of the permanent tissue, either at the base of the leaf or at the base of the node.
2. In grasses, it is responsible for the regeneration of parts eaten by grazing herbivores.

Explanation of the incorrect option:
Option A:
Lateral meristem lies on the lateral side of the cambium and is responsible for an increase in girth in the plant body.

Option B:
Cambium is a layer of tissue in plants that provides partially undifferentiated cells for plant growth.

Option D:
Apical meristem is located at the tips of stems and roots and is commonly known as growing points.

Final answer:
The meristem that occurs between mature tissues is intercalary meristem.