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The stem of the monocots increases in length faster than dicots due to the presence of

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apical meristem

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lateral meristem

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intercalary meristem

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both A and B

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Solution

The correct option is C
intercalary meristem

Monocots have intercalary meristem above their nodes which helps to increase the length of the stem. Whereas in dicots lateral meristem is present which helps to increase the girth of the stem.

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