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In virus-infected plants the meristematic tissues in both apical and axillary buds are free of virus because

A

the dividing calls are virus resistant

B

Meristerms have antiviral compounds

C

The cell division of meristems are faster than the rate of viral multiplcation

D

Viruses cannot multiply within meristerm cell (s)

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Meristematic Tissues**: - Meristematic tissues are regions in plants where cells are actively dividing and are responsible for growth. They are found in the apical (tip of the plant) and axillary (sides of the plant) buds. 2. **Virus Infection in Plants**: - When a plant is infected by a virus, the virus typically spreads throughout the plant, affecting various tissues. However, some tissues may remain unaffected. 3. **Growth Rate of Meristematic Tissues**: - The key reason why meristematic tissues in apical and axillary buds are free of virus is their rapid growth rate. These tissues divide and grow faster than the virus can replicate and spread. 4. **Comparison of Growth Rates**: - The growth of meristematic tissues outpaces the growth of the virus. As the meristematic cells divide and expand, they effectively "outrun" the virus, preventing it from establishing itself in these rapidly growing areas. 5. **Conclusion**: - Therefore, the meristematic tissues in both apical and axillary buds remain virus-free due to their faster growth rate compared to the virus. ---
**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Meristematic Tissues**: - Meristematic tissues are regions in plants where cells are actively dividing and are responsible for growth. They are found in the apical (tip of the plant) and axillary (sides of the plant) buds. 2. **Virus Infection in Plants**: - When a plant is infected by a virus, the virus typically spreads throughout the plant, affecting various tissues. However, some tissues may remain unaffected. ...
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