What is the innermost layer of a stem in dicot and monocot?

Cortex

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Pith

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Cambium

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Bast

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Solution

The correct option is B Pith
Pith is the innermost area of the stem in dicot and monocots. This layer is made of parenchyma tissue and mostly serves as food storage. Pith is also called as medulla.

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