Which of the Following Arise, Directly or Indirectly, from Meristematic

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following arise, directly or indirectly, from meristematic activity?

• A) secondary xylem
• B) leaves
• C) dermal tissue
• D) tubers
• E) all of the above

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Definitions:

Dendrites

The branching extensions of neurons that receive electrical messages from other cells.

Stem Cells

Immature cells that renew themselves and have the potential to develop into mature cells; given encouraging environments, stem cells from early embryos can develop into any cell type.

Neurogenesis

The production of new neurons from immature stem cells.

Spinal-Cord Axons

Nerve fibers in the spinal cord that conduct electrical impulses between the brain and the rest of the body, playing a crucial role in transmitting sensory information and motor commands.