Primary vs Secondary Meristem Meristems are a group of plant cells that remain in a continuous state of division. The meristematic cells continuously produce new cells through the life of the plant. In previous posts, we have discussed the Characteristics of Meristematic Cells, Classification of Meristems and Difference between Meristematic […]
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Anatomical Difference between Stem and Root
Stem: Stem is the part of the plant which lies above the surface of the soil. It arises from the plumule of the embryo. Stem shows positively phototropic and negatively geotropic growth. Stem possess nodes and internodes. Branches, leaf, flower bud and bracts are developed from nodes. Root: Root is […]
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Difference between Shoot Apex and Root Apex
Shoot Apex vs Root Apex Apex is the growing terminal portions of the stem and roots in plants. The apical portion of the stem is called ‘Shoot Apex’ and that of the root is called ‘Root Apex’. The apex portions of both stem and root possess a meristematic tissue called […]
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Difference between Transpiration and Guttation – A Comparison Table
Transpiration vs Guttation (A Comparison Table) Difference between Transpiration and Guttation: Transpiration and Guttation are the two physiological events in plants by which the plants release water to the external atmosphere. Transpiration: Transpiration is the excessive loss of water from the aerial portion of plants as water vapours. Even though […]
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Difference between Stomata and Hydathodes
Stomata and Hydathodes are specialized pores present in the aerial parts of plants associated with the release of water from the plant body to the surrounding environment. Stomata: They are specialized pores present on the surface aerial plant parts especially on the lower epidermis of leaf, which facilitate Gaseous exchange […]
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