The plant tissue responsible for growth and repair of plant parts is

The plant tissue responsible for growth and repair of plant parts is

• A. Meristematic Tissue
• B. Dermal Tissue
• C. Ground Tissue
• D. Vascular Tissue

Answer: (A)

Growth and repair in plants come from meristematic tissue, which contains undifferentiated cells that actively divide. These cells can become different kinds of tissues, enabling new growth and replacement of damaged parts. Primary growth occurs at the tips of roots and shoots where apical meristems add length, while secondary growth thickens stems and roots through lateral meristems. Other tissues—dermal, ground, and vascular—have specialized roles like protection, photosynthesis/storage, and transport, but they do not drive ongoing growth and repair.

Growth and repair in plants come from meristematic tissue, which contains undifferentiated cells that actively divide. These cells can become different kinds of tissues, enabling new growth and replacement of damaged parts. Primary growth occurs at the tips of roots and shoots where apical meristems add length, while secondary growth thickens stems and roots through lateral meristems. Other tissues—dermal, ground, and vascular—have specialized roles like protection, photosynthesis/storage, and transport, but they do not drive ongoing growth and repair.