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2013 · Q46
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Anatomy of Flowering Plants question

2013 · Q46

NEETBiologyAnatomy of Flowering PlantsMCQ+4 / −1
Meristematic tissue responsible for increase in girth of tree trunk is :
  1. A
    Phellogen
  2. B
    Intercalary meristem
  3. C
    Apical meristem
  4. D
    Lateral meristem
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Correct answer: D

Lateral meristems are meristems which occur parallel to the circumference of the organs in which they develop. They undergo periclinal divisions producing secondary tissues on the outer and inner sides and increase the girth of the plant organs. Examples are vascular cambium and corkcambium.

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