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What happens, if meristematic cells ever ceases to divide?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Meristematic Cells**: - Meristematic cells are specialized cells in plants that have the ability to divide and contribute to growth. They are found in regions of the plant such as the tips of roots and shoots. 2. **Role of Meristematic Cells in Plant Growth**: - These cells are responsible for the continuous growth of plants. They divide to produce new cells, which differentiate into various types of tissues and organs. ...
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  • Meristematic cells have

    A
    Thick cell wall and large intercellular spaces
    B
    Thick cell wall and no intercellular space
    C
    Thin cell wall and large intercellular spaces
    D
    Thin cell wall and no intercellular spaces
  • The nuclei of meristematic cells are

    A
    small
    B
    large
    C
    medium sized
    D
    none of these
  • The nuclei of meristematic cells are

    A
    small
    B
    large
    C
    medium sized
    D
    none of these
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