Question

Axillary bud and terminal bud are derived from the activity of

• A. Parenchyma
• B. Apical Meristem
• C. Lateral Meristem
• D. Intercalary Meristem

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Apical Meristem

The correct option is B.

Explanation of correct option-

1. Meristematic tissue is a type of plant tissue which contains living cells.
2. They have a large nucleus and are devoid of vacuoles.
3. On the basis of position, meristematic tissues are of different types.
4. They are apical meristem, Intercalary meristem and lateral meristem.
5. Apical meristem refers to the meristems that occur at the tips of roots, stems and branches, which bring about the primary growth of the plants.
6. They are also called primary meristems.

Explanation of incorrect option

Option A-

1. Parenchyma is the simple permanent tissue of the plant.
2. They are non-vascular and are made of simple, living and undifferentiated cells, which are modified to perform various functions.
3. Parenchyma cells are important for like photosynthesis, storage, secretion, assimilation, respiration, excretion and transport of water and solute.

Option C-

1. Lateral meristem are located on the lateral sides of the nodes and internodes

Option D-

1. The intercalary meristem is located in the leaves and internodes.
2. It helps to increase the length of the internode and adds an increase in height of the plant.

Final answer: Axillary bud and terminal bud are derived from the activity of apical meristem.