Tunica corpus theory is related with

Options

A. root apex
B. root cap
C. shoot apex
D. secondary growth

Answer

c

Explanation

Tunica corpus theory , given by Schmidt (1927) is related with shoot apex or stem apical meristem According to it, tunica is the outer zone of shoot apex while corpus is inner zone . Tunica forms protoderm that given rise to epidermis of stem and leaves . Corpus is the inner mass which undergoes division to form procambium and ground meristem.