Name: Connective Tissues -Types and Functions
Uploaded: 2019-07-19
Duration: 21 min 3 s
Description: Connective tissues are the most abundant tissues found in the body. They support and link different tissues and organs. Learn more about them here.

Question

What is a meristematic tissue? How is it different from permanent tissues?

Accepted Answer

The tissues that are made up of actively dividing cells and help in increasing the length and girth of the plant are known as meristematic tissues. They are found in specific regions such as the tips of roots and shoots, bases of leaves, internodes. The tissues that are made up of either dead or living cells are called permanent tissue.

Differences between meristematic tissue and permanent tissue:

Features Meristematic tissue Permanent tissue

Functions There only function is to increase the growth of the plant. These tissues' functions are broadly divided i.e they protect, support, and help in the transportation of water and minerals from roots and food from leaves.

Features Meristematic tissue Permanent tissue

Types Apical meristem and lateral meristem. Parenchyma, Collenchyma, and Sclerenchyma. These are simple permanent tissue. Xylem and Phloem are complex permanent tissue.

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