Which of the following accurately explains why monocot roots often appear thicker but do…
Biology · NEET · NTA Exams — Anatomy of Flowering Plants
Which of the following accurately explains why monocot roots often appear thicker but do not undergo secondary growth like dicot roots?
- Presence of extra layers of hypodermis contributes to radial growth
- Polyarch xylem structure compensates for absence of vascular cambium
- Thick-walled phloem and xylem allow extensive lateral conduction
- The pith enlarges due to active cork cambium in monocot roots
Answer
(B) Polyarch xylem structure compensates for absence of vascular cambium
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