WAEC Biology 2008 Question 6

Question 6

Growth and Development

Primary growth in plants is brought about by the activity of the

  1. A.meristem
  2. B.endodermis
  3. C.epidermis
  4. D.mesophyll.
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Answer: A (meristem)

Explanation

Apical meristems at root and shoot tips divide to give primary growth in length.