| Cell Enlargement | Cell Differentiation |
| $(1)$ It involves the increase in size of cells formed after division. | $(1)$ Cells undergo structural changes to perform specific functions. |
| $(2)$ The size of the vacuole increases. | $(2)$ Specialized tissues are formed. |
| $(3)$ Cell wall growth is responsible for cell enlargement. | $(3)$ Cells differentiate to form complex tissues. |
| $(4)$ The size of the cell increases. | $(4)$ The size and shape of the cells become permanent. |
| Epigeal Germination | Hypogeal Germination |
| $(1)$ Cotyledons are pushed above the soil surface. | $(1)$ Cotyledons remain below the soil surface. |
| $(2)$ Hypocotyl elongates significantly. | $(2)$ Epicotyl elongates significantly. |
| $(3)$ Example: Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris). | $(3)$ Example: Maize (Zea mays). |
| $(4)$ It is typical of dicots. | $(4)$ It is typical of monocots. |
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