Question

Which is not a feature of meristematic tissue?

• A. Plastids are present in proplastid stage
• B. Cell wall made up of cellulose
• C. Absence of reserve food
• D. Absence of intercellular spaces and nucleus

Answer 1

The correct option is C Absence of reserve food

Meristematic tissues are the undifferentiated cells that are found in the growth zones. It gives rise to various organs. They have plastids that are not differentiated and present in the form of proplastid. The cell wall of the meristematic cell is made up of cellulose, the cell wall is thin and flexible while the secondary wall is absent. Cells lack intercellular spaces and also lack reserve food as it is highly active and does not require any reserve food for energy.

So. the correct option is 'Absence of reserve food'.