Question

classify the tissues on the basis of their growth in specific region ?

Answer 1

The meristematic tissue undergoes growth and can be classified on the following three types depending upon its location in the body.

Apical meristem: Meristematic located at the apex or tip of root or shoot axis. It brings about growth in the length.

Intercalary meristem: Meristem present in between permanent tissues. It is responsible for internodal elongation.

Lateral meristem: Meristem present laterally and responsible for increase in girth or thickness.