Question

The outermost primary meristem gives rise to

• A. Epidermis
• B. Procambium
• C. Ground meristem
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A Epidermis

Meristematic tissues are in a constant state of division. There are three main types of meristematic tissue in plants - apical, intercalary, and lateral meristems.

Apical meristem occurs at the tips of roots and shoots and is responsible for the lengthwise extension of the plant body known as primary growth. Cells in apical meristems are produced by mitosis and then differentiate into specialized cells and tissues.

The outermost primary meristem is the protoderm which divide and differentiates to form the outermost protective layer called epidermis.

Hence the correct option is A.