Which structure is directly associated with the terminal bud?

A) shoot tip
B) zone of cell division
C) zone of maturation
D) zone of elongation
E) None of the answer choices is associated with the terminal bud.

Terminal Bud

A growth located at the tip of a stem or branch, where new leaves and flowers can develop.

Zone of Cell Division

An area in plant roots or shoots where cells are actively dividing, contributing to growth in length.

Shoot Tip

The apex of the shoot of a plant, containing the apical meristem responsible for the plant's growth in length.