Q.

Assertion (A): Intercalary meristems are found in grasses and help in the regeneration of parts removed by grazing.

Reason (R): These meristems are primary meristems that occur between mature tissues and contribute to the plant’s ability to regrow quickly. 

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a

Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A

b

Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A

c

A is true, but R is false.

d

A is false, but R is true.

answer is A.

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Inter calary meristems found in between mature tissues are responsible for regenerative growth in grasses which otherwise would die after grazing as they lack secondary meristems.

Grazing removes apical meristems.

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Assertion (A): Intercalary meristems are found in grasses and help in the regeneration of parts removed by grazing.Reason (R): These meristems are primary meristems that occur between mature tissues and contribute to the plant’s ability to regrow quickly.