Question

Which among the following is an incorrect statement about root?

(a) The root is covered at the end by a thimble like structure called root cap

(b) Meristematic tissue helps in the growth of plants

(c) Mersistematic cells when mature forms the so called growing cells

(d) Root hairs increase the surface area which helps in increasing the levels of water absorption

This question was posed to me in a job interview.

My question comes from Flowering Plants Morphology topic in division Morphology of Flowering Plants of Biology – Class 11

Answer 1

Right answer is (c) Mersistematic cells when mature forms the so called growing cells

The best explanation: The root is covered at the end by a thimble like structure called root cap. Meristematic tissue helps in the growth of plants. Meristematic cells when mature form the so called permanent cells. Root hairs increase the surface area which helps in increasing the levels of water absorption.