Difference between Xylem and Phloem: A Comparison Table
Xylem vs Phloem Xylem and Phloem are the components of the vascular tissue system in plants. In the young parts of the stem, the xylem […]
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Difference between Protoxylem and Metaxylem
Vascular bundles (fascicles) are the component of the stelar system in higher plants and their main function is the conduction of water, minerals and food […]
Anatomy of Dicot Stem: The Primary Structure
The present post discusses the Primary Structure of Dicot Stem studied under microscope. The anatomy of dicot stem is studied by a T.S. (transverse section) […]
Classification of Meristematic Tissue with Examples
What is Meristem? Meristem is a type plant tissue composed of an undifferentiated mass of cells. They are rapidly dividing cells found in the growing […]
Anatomy of Monocot Stem
The anatomy or internal structure of a monocot stem can be studied by a Transverse Section (T.S.) taken through the internode of a monocot plant […]
Pits- Structure, Classification & Functions: Simple & Bordered Pits
What are pits? Pits in Plants: Pits are the characteristic depressions on the cell walls of plant cells. They act as the channels for the […]
Difference Between Dicot and Monocot Stem (Anatomy): A Comparison Table
Dicot Stem Vs Monocot Stem Anatomical Similarities and Different Between Dicot Stem and Monocot Stem (I). Similarities between dicot stem and monocot stem: Ø Epidermis […]
Difference Between Meristematic Tissue and Permanent Tissue
Meristematic vs Permanent Tissues Tissue is a group of cells with more or less common origin and doing a specific function. Plant tissues are broadly […]
Characteristics of Meristematic Tissue
What is Meristem? Meristem is a group of plant cells that remain in a continuous state of division. It is a tissue system in plants […]