Key differences, features, and comparative analysis of Meristem and Location.
| Meristem | Location | Function |
|---|---|---|
| Apical | Tips of root & shoot | Primary growth — increase in length |
| Intercalary | At base of leaves / internodes (e.g. grasses) | Part of primary meristem left behind; helps regrowth after grazing/mowing |
| Lateral | Along the sides (vascular cambium, cork cambium) | Secondary growth — increase in girth/thickness |
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