AP PSYCHOLOGY

DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY

INFANCY AND CHILDHOOD PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Growth is ____
A
Unlimited
B
Limited
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Limited growth functions incorporate a maximum population size that is sustainable in a given environment. (See 130/131 text section 2.3.). In a limited growth model, assuming a maximum population size N, [rate of change of y] is proportional to [difference between maximum/equilibrium amount and y].

Detailed explanation-2: -Growth of plants are unlimited. It is because of their pluoripotent ability to multiply randomly and produce cells. Meristematic cells present in plants helps in faster multiplication. Throughout their life, plants can grow.

Detailed explanation-3: -Plant growth is unique because plants retain the capacity for unlimited growth throughout their life. This ability of the plants is due to the presence of meristems at certain locations in their body. The cells of such meristems have the capacity to divide and self-perpetuate.

Detailed explanation-4: -Limited growth is known as definite growth that ceases after a certain period. Growth in animals is also known as a definite type of growth. The embryonic stage in animals is marked by rapid cellular division ultimately leading to the development of organs. This growth continues till adolescents.

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