Question

The terminal end of the root is covered by a which makes the meristem sub-terminal.

• A. radicle
• B. root cap
• C. plumule
• D. coleoptile

Answer 1

The correct option is B root cap

A root tip is covered by a root cap that helps the root to proliferate and grow deeper into the soil without wearing out in the process. Root cap is made of parenchyma cells. Meristematic cells are present just below the root cap and so are sub-terminal.
In shoots, the meristem is present on the tip and hence, is apical or terminal.