Growth In Plants Flashcards
1
Q
What are meristems?
A
They are the name given to the roots and shoots in plants. They divide rapidly by mitosis
2
Q
What do meristems contain?
A
They contain stem cells that differentiate to become any type of specialised cells
3
Q
Properties of xylem cells
A
Thickened walls to transport water throughout the plant
4
Q
Properties of root hair cells
A
They increase the rate of water and mineral abortion from the soil
5
Q
Percentage growth
A
Final value - starting value
———————————— X 100%
Starting value
6
Q
Élongation
A
When the cells produced then increase in length
