NEET Botany Phases of Growth MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about the phases of growth in plants is correct?
The phase of elongation is characterized by increased vacuolation and cell enlargement.
Secondary growth primarily occurs in the apical meristem.
The maturation phase involves rapid cell division and elongation.
Growth rate is only determined by the amount of water available to the plant.
Correct Answer
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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