Botany-Phases of Growth
NEET Botany Phases of Growth MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Which of the following statements about the phases of growth in plants is correct?
A
The phase of elongation is characterized by increased vacuolation and cell enlargement.
B
Secondary growth primarily occurs in the apical meristem.
C
The maturation phase involves rapid cell division and elongation.
D
Growth rate is only determined by the amount of water available to the plant.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The phase of elongation is indeed characterized by increased vacuolation, cell enlargement, and new cell wall deposition, as stated in the NCERT context. Options B and C misinterpret the roles of different phases, while D oversimplifies growth rate determinants.
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