Q723
Which one of the following tissues is responsible for increase of girth in the stem of a plant?
A.
Tracheid
B.
Pericycle
C.
Intercalary meristem
D.
Lateral meristem
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
Cork cambium and vascular cambium are responsible for the increase in diameter of the stem and root of a plant. These are present in dicot plants. These are the lateral meristem and are responsible for the secondary growth of the plant.