Botany-Dicot & Monocot Anatomy

NEET Botany Dicot & Monocot Anatomy MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11

Which of the following statements about the anatomy of dicotyledonous and monocotyledonous stems is correct?

A

Dicot stems typically exhibit a ring arrangement of vascular bundles, whereas monocot stems have scattered bundles.

B

Both dicot and monocot stems have their vascular bundles arranged in a ring formation.

C

Monocot stems possess a cambium ring contributing to secondary growth, similar to dicot stems.

D

The pith in dicot stems is always larger than in monocot stems regardless of species.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Dicot stems are characterized by the ring arrangement of vascular bundles, while monocot stems feature scattered vascular bundles. This distinction is highlighted in the NCERT context.

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