13.1.1 - Plant Growth Generally is Indeterminate
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What is indeterminate growth?
💡 Hint: Think of plants that keep growing taller over the years.
Name two types of meristems.
💡 Hint: One helps plant height and the other width.
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What is the primary function of meristems in plants?
💡 Hint: Think about which aspect of a plant's life depends on constant cell division.
True or False: All plants exhibit determinate growth.
💡 Hint: Think about plants like trees versus animals.
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If a plant's apical meristem is damaged, what impact do you think this will have on the plant's growth?
💡 Hint: Consider how this would affect height versus width.
How would you design an experiment to measure the growth rate of a plant? Outline the steps.
💡 Hint: Think about what variables can most directly impact growth.
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