Lateral meristem is responsible for

Growth in length

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Growth in parenchyma

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Growth in thickness

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Growth in cortex

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Solution

The correct option is B Growth in thickness
Secondary growth is initiated by lateral meristem. They expand the girth of the plant (thickening of plant body) by producing secondary tissues. The cork and vascular cambium contain lateral meristem.
So, the correct answer is 'Growth in thickness'

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Consider the following statements and select the correct option

(A) Intercalary meristems occur in grasses.

(B) Apical and intercalary meristems are primary meristems.

(D) Intercalary meristerm is responsible for the formation of leaf primordia

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