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What is the process of cells derived from meristems maturing to perform specific functions called?

Options

  1. ACell division
  2. BDifferentiation
  3. CGrowth
  4. DPhotosynthesis

Correct answer

B. Differentiation

Step-by-step solution

The cells derived from root apical and shoot-apical meristems and cambium differentiate and mature to perform specific functions. This act leading to maturation is termed as differentiation . During differentiation, cells undergo few to major structural changes both in their cell walls and protoplasm.To form and differentiate into tracheary elements, the cells would lose their protoplasm.

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