Q. The cells proximal (just next away from the tip) to the meristematic zone represents the phase of
A) Division
B) Maturation
C) Elongation
D) Meristematic division
Explanation
The cells proximal (just next, away from tip) to the meristematic zone represents the phase of elongation. Increased vacuolation, cell enlargement and new cell wall deposition are the characteristics of the cells in this phase
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