Which of the following is NOT accurate about the shoot apical meristem?

A. It is found in the central region of the seedling.
B. Its central zone maintains actively dividing cells.
C. It gives rise to stems, leaves, and flowers.
D. It has an organizing center that preserves the correct number of stem cells.
E. Its peripheral zone contains dividing and differentiating cells.


Answer: A

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