Question

hey guyss.. what are the functions of meristematic tissues???

Answer 1

for growth of the plant
it has 3 part
1 apical 2 lateral 3 inrercalary
1 . for growth
2. for maintenance
3. for growth of stem
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Answer 2

Hi there !!

Meristematic tissues are a type of Plant tissues that keep on dividing throughout. These are normally present in the growing parts of the plant.

As the cells of the meristematic tissues are very active , they have a dens cytoplasm , thin cellulose wall and a prominent nuclei. They also lack vacuoles.

The meristematic tissues are classified into three types according to the functions they perform.

1) Apical meristem - Present in the roots and shoots of the plant.
Function - Increases the length of the stem and root.

2) Lateral Meristem (cambium) - Present in stems and roots.
Function - Increases the girth(width) of the stem or root.

3) Intercalary Meristem - Present at the base of the leaves or internodes.
Function - It increases the internodal length of the stems.

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