Question

Choose the correct answers from the alternatives given.
A transverse section of a young dicot root can be distinguished from that of a young dicot stem by the presence of:

• A. radial arrangements of xylem and phloem
• B. interfascicular cambium
• C. intrafascicular cambium
• D. collateral arrangement of xylem and phloem

Answer 1

The correct option is A radial arrangements of xylem and phloem

The vascular system which is made up of xylem and phloem is found in the roots as well as the stem. The transverse section of young dicot root can be identified as the vascular system in the dicot roots are arranged in a ring-like manner.

So, the correct option is 'radial arrangements of xylem and phloem'