JAMB Biology 1997 Question 3

Question 3

Structure of Flowering Plants

Which of the following is the youngest plant tissue?

  1. A.Meristem
  2. B.Phloem
  3. C.Epidermis
  4. D.Xylem
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Answer: A (Meristem)

Explanation

Meristem is made of newly formed, actively dividing cells; all other tissues develop from it.