Lateral root in higher plants arise from

Cortex

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Pericycle

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Epidermis

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Endodermis

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Solution

The correct option is B Pericycle

In higher vascular plants, lateral root formation starts in the pericycle layer, while in lower vascular plants, lateral roots are generally initiated in the endodermis.

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