Botany-Secondary Growth
NEET Botany Secondary Growth MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Easy-Class 11
Which of the following statements about secondary growth in plants is correct?
A
The cambial ring produces more secondary xylem than secondary phloem.
B
The primary phloem is formed continuously throughout the plant's life.
C
Secondary growth is exclusively found in monocots.
D
Autumn wood is characterized by wider vessel cavities than spring wood.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The cambial ring becomes active and cuts off more cells towards the interior, resulting in a greater amount of secondary xylem compared to secondary phloem, as stated in the context about the activity of the cambial ring.
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