Question

Name the type of tissue that:

Is formed by actively dividing cells and helps in plant growth.

Answer 1

1. Meristematic tissues are made up of actively dividing cells.
2. There is no intercellular space between the meristematic cells since they are compactly organized.
3. Each meristematic cell contains dense or abundant cytoplasm and a single large nucleus.
4. The function of meristematic tissue is to produce more cells leading to the growth of the plant body.
5. Meristematic tissues are found at all growing points such as the tip of roots, stems, and branches.