6. In which part of the root do you expect to find the highest rate of mitosis? (2

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6. In which part of the root do you expect to find the highest rate of mitosis? (2

Answer 1

In the  tip of the root, the reason there is higher rate of mitotic cell division in this part is the fact that it is a rapidly growing part and requires cell proliferation through rapid division for growth. 

 

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Answer 2

Root tip would be the place where the highest rate of mitosis is because this is where the tissues are continuously subject to damage. There is a great need to replace those damaged and lost cells.