Overview
Meristems are vital growth tissues in plants that allow for continuous cell division and the formation of new tissues. They are categorized into three main types: apical, lateral, and intercalary, each serving specific functions in plant growth and development. Apical meristems contribute to the len...
Key Terms
Example: The apical meristem allows the plant to grow taller.
Example: Lateral meristems help trees grow wider.
Example: Grass regrows quickly due to intercalary meristems.
Example: Cell division in meristems leads to new growth.
Example: Tissue culture can produce many identical plants from a single meristem.
Example: Primary growth is responsible for a plant's height.
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Key Concepts
Types of MeristemsFunctions of MeristemsGrowth PatternsImportance in Plant Development