NEET Botany Root MCQ Question
Consider a diagram showing the longitudinal section of a root with zones labeled 1 to 4. Zone 2 is immediately above the root cap. Which of the following best describes the characteristics of cells in Zone 2?
Cells are small, thin-walled, and divide repeatedly.
Cells are elongated and responsible for root length growth.
Cells differentiate into various tissues and form root hairs.
Cells provide structural support and are thick-walled.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Zone 2, immediately above the root cap, is the region of meristematic activity. Here, cells are small, thin-walled, contain dense protoplasm, and divide repeatedly, contributing to root growth.
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