The correct option is C Lateral meristems
Answer is option C i.e. "Lateral meristems"
Minerals are present on the soil as charged particles (ions) which move across cell membranes with help of active transport. The chief sinks for the mineral elements are:
1) The growing regions of the plant like the apical and lateral meristems,
2) Young leaves,
3) Developing flowers,
4) Fruits and seeds,
5) The storage organs.