Botany-Phases of Growth

NEET Botany Phases of Growth MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 11

Consider a diagram showing three zones of a root tip: meristematic zone, zone of elongation, and zone of maturation. Which characteristic is specific to the zone of elongation?

Question diagram
A

Increased vacuolation and cell enlargement

B

Maximal cell size with wall thickening

C

Rapid mitotic cell division

D

Formation of lateral meristems

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

The zone of elongation is characterized by increased vacuolation, cell enlargement, and new cell wall deposition as mentioned in the NCERT context.

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