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The quiescent centre in root meristem serves as a
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reserve for replenishment of damaged cells of the meristem
The quiescent centre is found in the centre of the root apex. Cells of this region have lower content of RNA and smaller nuclei. This represents inactive region of root apex (Clowers; 1958) and serves as a reserve for replenishment of damaged cells.
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