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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