Question

If the apical meristem of a mature plant is removed, the plant will most likely
A. lose its ability to develop new roots.

B. show a dramatic and rapid increase in height.

C. develop apical dominance and begin to flower.

D. lose apical dominance and grow lateral branches

Answer 1

a. Should only affect roots if plant is younger
b. Lateral growth makes it bushier, not taller necessarily
c. False.
d. lose apical dominance and grow lateral branches is correct