title: Modeling the formation of root apices.
abstract: The formation of new root apices from small groups of cells with different cellular patterns has been simulated using an existing model based on growth tensors. To generate an apex, a steady growth field was used. The pattern of cells evolved to approach the steady state. Two extreme types of progressions have been obtained : one leading to an apex with a single or a few apical cells, and the other to an apex with a quiescent centre. The change of structure while applying a steady growth tensor indicates that development may involve a succession of discrete growth tensors.
authors.affiliation: Department of Biophysics, Silesian University, ul. Jagiellonska 28, P1-40-038, Katowice, Poland.
authors.forename: H
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Zygmunt
authors.forename: H
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Krystyna