Botany-Secondary Growth
NEET Botany Secondary Growth MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 11
In the context of secondary growth in dicot stems, if the cambial ring produces 8 mm of secondary xylem in a year, how much secondary phloem is likely to be produced in the same time period?
A
2 mm
B
3 mm
C
4 mm
D
6 mm
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The cambial ring is more active on the inner side, producing more secondary xylem compared to secondary phloem. If 8 mm of xylem is produced, the phloem is likely around a quarter, approximately 2 mm.
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