Q. The cells derived from cambium, root apical and shoot apical meristem differentiate and mature to perform specific functions. This act is called

A) Differentiation
B) Dedifferentiation
C) Redifferentiation
D) All of these
Explanation

Growth is invariably associated with differentiation. For example, when a seed germinates it does not simply increases in size but form seedlings. Differentiation is a permanent, localised qualitative change in size, biochemistry, structure and function of cells, tissues or organs, $e.g$., fibres, vessels, tracheids, sieve tubes, mesophyll, leaf, etc.

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