Question

____i____meristem is responsible for the increase in the length of the stem and roots. ____ii____responsible for the increase in the girth of the stem and roots.

The information in which alternative completes the given statements?

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• B.
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Answer 1

The correct option is B

Apical meristem is present at the tips of growing roots and shoots. It increases the length of roots and shoots. Lateral meristem is present inside the roots and shoots in the form of a strip. It is responsible for the increase in the girth of roots and shoots.