One meristem enhances the growth of other meristem
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B
One meristem inhibits the growth of other meristem
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C
Several meristems give rise to new meristem
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D
None of the above
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Solution
The correct option is D One meristem inhibits the growth of other meristem Apical dominance is phenomenon where one meristem prevents or inhibits the growth of other meristems in order to avoid bushy growth of trees or roots.