Question

Pericycle in roots produces

• A. Mechanical support
• B. Lateral roots
• C. Vascular bundles
• D. Adventitious buds

Answer 1

The correct option is B Lateral roots

Outer most part of the stele is pericycle . It is found in roots and dicot stem. in roots it is parenchymatous. In dicot root it is involved in the formation of lateral roots and in monocot roots it is involved in the formation of lateral roots.

So, the correct option is 'Lateral roots".