Question

Secondary meristem produces

• A. Basal growth
• B. Radial growth
• C. Transverse growth
• D. Vertical growth

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Radial growth

A. Basal growth refers to the growth in plants where the leaves encircle the base of the stem and all the leaves grow to the same length similar to a petal.

B. Radial growth is a secondary growth which increases the girth or radius of a plant.

C. Transverse growth is initiated by the plant hormone Ethylene which makes the plant look swollen.

D. Vertical growth is responsible for the increase in the length of roots and shoots as in apical meristem.

So, the correct answer is 'Radial growth'.