Which of the following best represents the cells of a meristem of plant?

Meristematic cells are characterized by their ability to divide continuously, which dictates their specific structural features. These cells possess a dense cytoplasm and a thin primary cell wall composed primarily of cellulose, which allows for flexibility during rapid cell division. Unlike mature plant cells that contain a large central vacuole for storage and structural support [1], meristematic cells typically lack vacuoles or contain only very small, inconspicuous ones because they do not need to store waste or maintain turgor in the same way. Furthermore, they feature a prominent, large nucleus relative to their cell size to manage the high metabolic activity and genetic replication required for constant growth. These features collectively distinguish undifferentiated meristems from permanent plant tissues [1].

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1. [1] Science ,Class VIII . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 2: The Invisible Living World: Beyond Our Naked Eye > A step further > p. 13