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Meristems |
There are 2 basic types of meristems: Primary and Secondary
Specialized zones where cell division occurs
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Apical Meristem |
Primary meristems
Located at ends of shoots and roots
Found in buds
Produce cells that result in elongation |
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Lateral meristem |
Secondary meristem
Produce cells resulting in increased diameter
Presence enables tree to grow large |
Palms are an exception to this pattern because they lack lateral growth |
