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Lateral Meristem

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Which tissue is responsible for the increase in the girth of the stem?

A

Apical meristem

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Cambium

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C

Intercalary meristem

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Xylem

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Solution

The correct option is B
Cambium

Cambium (lateral meristem) is situated below the bark and is responsible for the increase in the girth of the stem or root.

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