Determinate growth, meristem and growth rate
Determinate growth refers to a type of growth pattern in organisms where growth stops after a certain time or size is reached. In determinate growth, the organism has a genetically predetermined size or shape that it will attain. This type of growth is commonly found in animals, where growth ceases after reaching adulthood.
Meristem refers to a specialized plant tissue that is responsible for the growth of new cells and tissues in plants. It is found in regions of rapid plant growth, such as the tips of roots and shoots. Meristems are responsible for producing cells that differentiate into various plant tissues, enabling plants to grow in length and girth.
Growth rate is a measure of how fast an organism or a specific part of an organism is increasing in size. It is usually expressed as a percentage increase over a certain time period. Growth rate can be influenced by various factors such as genetics, environmental conditions, and availability of resources. In plants, growth rate can be measured by monitoring the increase in height, mass, or other parameters over time.