Apoptosis is Greek for "dropping off" and refers to the programmed death of cells that attach the petiole to the stem.When these cells die in the fall,the leaves drop.Cells in which part of the plant are undergoing apoptosis?
A) lateral meristem only
B) apical meristem only
C) all types of meristem
D) blade
E) node

Question

Apoptosis is Greek for "dropping off" and refers to the programmed death of cells that attach the petiole to the stem.When these cells die in the fall,the leaves drop.Cells in which part of the plant are undergoing apoptosis?
A) lateral meristem only
B) apical meristem only
C) all types of meristem
D) blade
E) node

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Apoptosis during the fall involves the death of cells at the base of the petiole where the leaf attaches to the stem.

Apoptosis Is Greek for "Dropping Off" and Refers to the Programmed