Plant length is increased by:

Lateral Meristem

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Intercalary meristem

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Apical Meristem

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None of these.

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Solution

The correct option is C
Apical Meristem

The apical meristem is the tissue that aids in the longitudinal growth of the plant.
The lateral meristem helps to increase the girth of the plant.
Intercalary meristem is present in the internodes of the stem. They are responsible for the growth at the internodes.

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