Question

Which meristem helps in increasing the girth?

Answer 1

Meristem:

1. The group of cells capable of division and differentiation and forming different kinds of tissues are referred to as meristematic tissues.
2. Lateral meristem, intercalary meristem, and apical meristem are the three forms of meristematic tissues.

Lateral Meristem:

1. The lateral cambium and cork cambium together forms lateral meristem.
2. Lateral Meristems are observed in stems and roots of the plant body.
3. Lateral meristem stimulates the increase in the girth of stem and root.
4. It increases the lateral thickness of the plant stem and root.
5. Hence, lateral meristem helps in increasing the girth