Tissues · Class 9 · CBSE Science

Which of the following plant tissues is responsible for increasing the girth of the stem or root?

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easy · MCQ · Q-691E06

Which of the following plant tissues is responsible for increasing the girth of the stem or root?

  1. A.Apical meristem
  2. B.Lateral meristemCorrect answer
  3. C.Intercalary meristem
  4. D.Permanent parenchyma

Solution

Lateral meristem (such as the cambium) is located in the peripheral regions of stems and roots and is responsible for secondary growth, which increases the girth of the plant.

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