Botany-Dicot & Monocot Anatomy

NEET Botany Dicot & Monocot Anatomy MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 11

Which of the following combinations correctly describes the anatomical differences between dicot and monocot stems?

A

Dicot stems have a ring arrangement of vascular bundles, while monocot stems have scattered vascular bundles.

B

Both dicot and monocot stems feature a prominent pith with large intercellular spaces.

C

Monocot stems exhibit secondary growth due to the activity of vascular cambium, unlike dicot stems.

D

Dicot stems possess a sclerenchymatous hypodermis, whereas monocot stems lack this structure.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Dicot stems are characterized by a ring arrangement of vascular bundles, while monocot stems have scattered vascular bundles, reflecting their anatomical differences. Secondary growth is primarily a feature of dicots, not monocots.

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