Which of the following is NOT true of an apical meristem?
A) the cells are undifferentiated
B) it changes position as the plant increases in size
C) growth from apical meristems is called primary growth
D) it is responsible for the lengthening of the plant
E) all of these are true of apical meristems

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An apical meristem is a region of actively dividing cells found at the tips of shoots and roots in plants. It is responsible for primary growth, which is the elongation of the plant body. The cells in the apical meristem are undifferentiated, meaning they have not yet specialized into specific types of cells. However, the position of the apical meristem remains relatively fixed, as it is located at the tip of the shoot or root. Therefore, statement B is not true of an apical meristem.

Which of the Following Is NOT True of an Apical