Question

Dicot root differs from monocot root in

• A. Fewer number of radial vascular bundles with small pith
• B. Large number of radial vascular bundles with large pith
• C. Fewer number of radial vascular bundles with large pith
• D. Large number of radial vascular bundles with small pith

Answer 1

The correct option is A Fewer number of radial vascular bundles with small pith

Dicot root differs from monocot root in the activity of pericycle, no.of xylem strands, the presence of medulla and the activity of conjunctive tissue. In dicot root, pericycle is involved in secondary growth, 2 to 4 vascular bundles are present, and small pith as compared with monocot root.

So, the correct option is ‘fewer number of radial vascular bundles with small pith’.