Which one of the following is not a lateral meristem?

Intrafascicular cambium

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Interfascicular cambium

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Phellogen

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Intercalary meristem

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Solution

The correct option is D Intercalary meristem
Meristem is classified on the basis of its position in plant body into lateral meristem, apical meristem and intercalary meristem. Lateral meristem is present on the lateral sides, e.g., vascular cambium (fascicular and interfascicular cambium) and cork cambium (phellogen)

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Consider the following statements and select the correct option:

(A) Intercalary meristems occur in grasses.

(B) Apical meristems and intercalary meristem are primary meristems.

(D) In a young dicot root, cambium is absent.

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