NEET Biology ยท Medium

Anatomy of Flowering Plants: Pericycle MCQ

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PericycleMediumQuestion 10225

Question

Lateral roots originate from:

  1. A
    Pericycle
    Correct
  2. B
    Cortex
  3. C
    Pith
  4. D
    Endodermis

Correct answer

Pericycle

Explanation

Pericycle is a key internal origin point for lateral roots.