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What are the two major types of tissues in plants?
What are the two major types of tissues in plants?
The two major types of tissues in plants are meristematic tissue and permanent tissue.
What distinguishes meristematic tissue from permanent tissue?
What distinguishes meristematic tissue from permanent tissue?
Meristematic tissue is capable of constant division, while permanent tissue consists of differentiated cells that do not divide.
Where is the apical meristem located and what is its function?
Where is the apical meristem located and what is its function?
The apical meristem is located at the tips of the stem and root, and its function is to increase the length of the plant.
What role does lateral meristem play in plant growth?
What role does lateral meristem play in plant growth?
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What is the intercalary meristem and where is it found?
What is the intercalary meristem and where is it found?
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What is the role of apical meristem in plant growth?
What is the role of apical meristem in plant growth?
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How does lateral meristem affect the structure of a plant?
How does lateral meristem affect the structure of a plant?
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Where is intercalary meristem located and what does it do?
Where is intercalary meristem located and what does it do?
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What happens to meristematic tissues as they develop into permanent tissues?
What happens to meristematic tissues as they develop into permanent tissues?
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What is the first step in the procedure for observing plant tissue under a microscope?
What is the first step in the procedure for observing plant tissue under a microscope?
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Study Notes
Plant Tissues
- Plant tissues are groups of cells that perform specific functions.
- There are various types of plant tissues based on their structure and function.
- These groups of cells are organized into permanent tissue and meristematic tissue.
Meristematic Tissues
- Meristematic tissue is actively dividing cells.
- These tissues are found in the growth regions of plants.
- Meristematic tissues have thin walls and large nuclei.
- There is no intercellular space.
Types of Meristematic Tissue
- Apical meristem: Located at the tips of stems and roots, increasing plant height. If the tip is removed, height will not increase.
- Lateral meristem: Located on the sides of stems and roots, increasing girth/diameter.
- Intercalary meristem: Located at the base of leaves and internodes, increasing the length of the stem.
Permanent Tissues
- Permanent tissues are formed from meristematic tissues.
- They have lost their ability to divide.
- These tissues are made of living or non-living cells with thick cell walls.
- Categorized into simple and complex permanent tissues.
Observation of Plant Tissue Activity
- Objective: Observation of plant tissue.
- Materials: stem, blade, watch glass, safranin, glycerin, cover slip, microscope.
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Procedure:
- Cut small, fine and thin sections of the stem of plants.
- Place the sections in a watch glass with water.
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Test your knowledge on the various types of plant tissues, including meristematic and permanent tissues. Explore their structures, functions, and locations within plants. This quiz will help solidify your understanding of plant biology.
