Write one main function of (a) Apical meristem (b) Lateral meristem.

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(a) Apical meristems are located at the apical regions of the plant and they help in the growth of the root and shoot tips.

(b) Lateral meristems are located beneath the cork cambium and help in increasing the width (secondary growth) of the plant.

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