Question

The basic principle based on which we categorize plant tissues as meristematic and permanent is:

• A. capacity to do photosynthesis
• B. capacity to divide
• C. capacity to move
• D. complexity to perform a function

Answer 1

The correct option is B

capacity to divide

Cells of meristematic tissue differentiate to form different types of permanent tissue. They divide rapidly and continuously as a result of which the plant gains height. The new cells formed by the division of meristematic tissues elongate, and on maturity get differentiated to perform specific functions. These cells do not divide further hence they are called permanent tissue.