Increase in length of petiole results from the division of

Apical meristem

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Lateral meristem

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Intercalary meristem

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Phellogen

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Solution

The correct option is B Intercalary meristem
Increase in length of petiole results from the division of intercalary meristem. The petiole is the transition from the stem to the leaf blade. Hence, increase in the activity of the intercalary meristem results in the increase in the length of the petiole.
Thus, the correct answer is option C.

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