10 Questions
In plant growth, what is the meaning of indeterminate growth?
Unlimited growth capacity due to the presence of meristems
What happens if the meristem ceases to divide in a plant?
The plant will stop adding new cells to its body
What is the primary function of root apical meristem and shoot apical meristem in plant growth?
To elongate the plant along its axis
What is the significance of seed germination in plant growth?
It initiates metabolic activities and growth
How is growth defined in relation to plant organs or individual cells?
An irreversible permanent increase in size due to energy expenditure
What is the relationship between the structure of a cell, a tissue, an organ and the function they perform?
The structure of a cell determines the function of the tissue and organ
Why does the vegetative phase precede flowering in a plant?
Vegetative growth is necessary to ensure that the plant is mature enough to support flowering
What is the sum of the processes involved in plant development?
Growth and differentiation
How are leaves, flowers, and fruits different from the stem in terms of dimensions and appearance?
They have limited dimensions compared to the stem and appear periodically
What is essential and sufficient to know about the development of a mature plant from a zygote (fertilised egg)?
The precise sequence of events involved in plant development
Test your knowledge on the growth and development of plants, including the formation of roots, stems, leaves, flowers, fruits, and seeds. Explore concepts such as differentiation, dedifferentiation, and redifferentiation in the process of plant growth.
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