Question

Read the following statements regarding meristematic cells and select the correct ones.

(i) Cells possess the ability to grow and divide.
(ii) Cells have dense cytoplasm with prominent nucleus.
(iii) Well developed ER and mitochondria are present.

• A. (i) and (ii)
• B. (ii) and (iii)
• C. (i) and (iii)
• D. (i), (ii) and (iii)

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

(i) and (ii)

• Meristematic cells, also known as undifferentiated cells, are found in plants where growth occurs and are capable of continued cell division.
• These cells are small and have a dense protoplasm and a prominent nucleus.
• The vacuoles are extremely small and the cytoplasm contains proplastids and immature mitochondria.
• So, the correct answer is '(i) and ii)'.