GK QUESTION#3760
Consider the following statements about plant tissues:
1. Meristematic tissue consists of actively dividing cells responsible for plant growth.
2. Permanent tissue consists of matured cells that have lost the ability to divide and perform specific functions.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Answer
C. Both 1 and 2
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Explanation
Both statements describe the standard meristematic-versus-permanent tissue distinction. Meristematic cells actively divide, while differentiated permanent tissues perform specialized functions and generally cease division. Some living differentiated plant cells can later regain division capacity through dedifferentiation.