In a meristematic region,the cell plate during mitosis is perpendicular to the side of the stem.In what direction will the stem grow?
A)laterally in width
B)vertically in height

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Since the cell plate is perpendicular to the side of the stem, the new cells formed during mitosis will be oriented upward, leading to vertical growth in height. Lateral growth in width would occur if the cell plate was parallel to the side of the stem.

In a Meristematic Region,the Cell Plate During Mitosis Is Perpendicular