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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