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Classification of Meristem Based on Position | Plant

In this article we will discuss about the classification of meristem based on position. According to the position in plant body meristems are divided into apical meristem, intercalary meristem and lateral meristem (Fig. 7.3). Apical meristem: It is located at the apices of roots and at the apices of main and lateral shoots. It is also located in trichomes, glands [...]

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Classification of Meristem Based on Origin | Plant

In this article we will discuss about the classification of meristem based on origin.  1. Primary Meristem: Primary meristem can be defined as a meristem that owes its origin from promeristem, differentiates into permanent tissues that compose the primary body of a plant and persists for the whole life of a plant. The primary body of stem and root, as [...]

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Meristem Based on the Plane of Cell Division | Plant

In this article we will discuss about the classification of meristem based on the plane of cell division. Mass meristem, plate meristem and rib meristem belong to this category. Mass meristem (or block meristem): Ex. young embryos, endosperm, reproductive organs during the formation of spores and sperms etc. The cells of this meristem divide in all planes thus the tissue [...]

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