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

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User: 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

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If the apical meristem of a mature plant is removed, the plant will most likely lose apical dominance and grow lateral branches.

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