NEET Botany Dicot & Monocot Anatomy MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about the anatomy of dicot and monocot stems is correct?
Dicot stems have vascular bundles arranged in a ring, while monocot stems have scattered vascular bundles.
Both dicot and monocot stems have vascular bundles arranged in a ring.
Monocot stems have a pith that is large and conspicuous, while dicot stems have a small pith.
The endodermis in dicots consists of multiple layers of cells, unlike monocots which have a single layer.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Dicot stems are characterized by vascular bundles arranged in a ring, while monocot stems have scattered vascular bundles, as indicated in the NCERT context. The pith in dicots is often small or inconspicuous, and the endodermis in both types consists of a single layer of cells.
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