Question

Observe the given experimental setup. Give a reason for the growth in the onion.

• A. Moisture enhances the growth of root and shoot tip.
• B. Use of fertilizers promoted the growth
• C. The root tip and shoot tip has actively diving cells.
• D. Both B and C

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

The root tip and shoot tip has actively diving cells.

The root and shoot tip of the onion has actively diving cells. The actively dividing cell is specifically known as apical meristematic cell. The apical meristematic cell divides and increases the length of the root and shoot by adding new cells.

So, the correct option is C.