Multiple choice

Assertion (A): According to apical cell theory, apical meristem is made up of a single cell called apical cell whose activity leads to the formation of the entire body of plant. Reason (R): The apical cells situated at root tip and shoot tip are responsible for growth of root and stem.

Choose the correct option regarding the statements given above.

  1. A and R both are correct and R is the correct explanation of A.

  2. A and R both are correct and R is not the correct explanation of A.

  3. A is correct and R is incorrect.

  4. A is incorrect and R is correct.

  5. A and R both are incorrect.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Correct answer. Apical meristem is an undifferentiated tissue at the tip (apex) of shoots and roots formed of meristematic cells and is responsible for growth of root and stem.

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