As Plants Grow Above Ground by Adding New Stem and Leaf

question 24

Multiple Choice

As plants grow above ground by adding new stem and leaf tissues, the demand for water increases due to transpiration. One of the ways this demand is met is through the development of new root apical meristems. Why is it that root meristems can develop anywhere along the root?

• A)Root meristems develop from the pericycle, a tissue present along the length of the root.
• B)Root meristems develop from the cortex, a tissue present along the length of the root.
• C)Root meristems develop wherever there is a high concentration of oxygen gas in the soil.
• D)Root meristems develop wherever there is a high concentration of nitrogen gas in the soil.

Appreciate the role of seismic tomography in exploring Earth's interior.

Understand the impact of earthquakes and their relationship with plate tectonics.

Grasp the concept of how geological processes are investigated to learn about Earth's deep conditions.

Recognize the implications of seismic activity on various geographic locations and their risk assessments.

---

Definitions:

Deduction

The process of reasoning from general principles to specific cases, or the subtraction of expenses from income to determine taxable income.

Induction

The process of introducing a new employee to their job and the organization, involving training and information sessions.

Analogy

Examining and contrasting two objects, typically to explain or shed light on them.

Emotional Appeals

Persuasive techniques that aim to elicit emotional responses from the audience to sway their opinion or decision.