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B
intercalary meristem
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C
apical meristem
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D
ground tissue.
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Solution
The correct option is A
Lateral meristem
Lateral meristem is responsible of the lateral growth of the plant. In dicots, the lateral meristem gives rise to cork cambium that undergoes secondary growth.