Wound healing is mainly due to

Primary meristem

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Lateral meristem

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Intercalary meristem

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All of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B Lateral meristem
Primary meristem is situated at the tip of stem and root. It is involved in increasing the length of stem and root.
Intercalary meristem is usually present at the nodes. It is involved in growing of nodes and internodes.
Lateral meristem is involved in increasing the diameter of stem and root. It is also involved in wound healing.
Therefore, the correct answer is option B.

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