Question

Plant tissues are categorized into meristematic tissue based on which of the following criteria?

• A. Ability to undergo photosynthesis
• B. Ability to divide actively
• C. Ability to move
• D. Complexity to perform a function

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Ability to divide actively

Plant tissues are broadly classified into meristematic based on their ability to divide. Meristematic tissues have the ability to divide. This tissue consists of small, cuboidal and densely packed cells, which keeps on dividing to form new cells. Apical, intercalary and lateral meristems are some types of meristematic tissue of the plant.