Which meristem helps in increasing the girth of the plant?

Primary meristem

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Apical meristem

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Intercalary meristem

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Lateral meristem

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Solution

The correct option is D
Lateral meristem
Lateral meristems assist in increasing girth. These lateral meristems assist in the lateral growth of the plant, the growth in the thickness. For instance, cork cambium and cambium.

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Select the incorrect statement.

(I) Apical meristem: Increase the length of the root

(II) Lateral meristem: Increase the girth of the stem

(III) Intercalary meristem: Increase the girth of the root

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