NEET Botany Secondary Growth MCQ Question
Which of the following tissues is produced more abundantly during secondary growth?
Secondary xylem
Primary phloem
Cortex
Periderm
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
During secondary growth, the cambial ring becomes active and cuts off new cells towards the inner side that mature into secondary xylem, which is produced in larger quantities compared to secondary phloem.
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