NEET Biology ยท Medium

Anatomy of Flowering Plants: Meristem MCQ

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MeristemMediumQuestion 10203

Question

Lateral meristem mainly causes:

  1. A
    Increase in girth
    Correct
  2. B
    Increase in height only
  3. C
    Formation of flowers only
  4. D
    Root hair formation only

Correct answer

Increase in girth

Explanation

Cambium is a lateral meristem involved in secondary growth.