Botany-Phases of Growth
NEET Botany Phases of Growth MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 11
A plant's meristematic zone measures 2 cm and its elongation zone measures 4 cm. If the elongation zone increases by 20% due to increased vacuolation, what will be the new length of the elongation zone?
A
8 cm
B
5.0 cm
C
5.2 cm
D
6.0 cm
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The elongation zone increases by 20% of its original length (4 cm). Calculation: 4 cm + (20/100 * 4 cm) = 4.8 cm.
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