What makes meristematic tissue unique?
They are the first formed tissue
They are the basic tissue that gives rise to new ones
They are found only in small plants
None of the above
Meristematic tissue is comprised of small, circular, continously dividing cells, which on differentiation, forms all other tissues in plants.
What happens to all the meristematic tissue after they are formed?
What is the basic principle on which plant tissues are categorise as meristematic and permanent tissues?
Permanent tissues do not divide like meristematic tissues since they are dead.
Question 2
They are pipe-like, consisting of a group of specialised cells. They transport substances and form a two-way traffic in plants. Which of the following terms qualify for the features mentioned above?
(a) Xylem tissue
(b) Vascular tissue
(c) Root hairs
(d) Phloem tissue