Meristematic tissue responsible for increase in girth of tree trunk is

Meristematic tissue responsible for increase in girth of tree trunk is

Options

(a) Apical meristem
(b) Intercalary meristem
(c) Lateral meristem
(d) Phellogen

Correct Answer:

Lateral meristem

Explanation:

Lateral meristems are meristems which occur parallel to the circumference of the organs in which they develop. They undergo periclinal divisions producing secondary tissues on the outer and inner sides and increase girth of the plant organs. Examples are vascular cambium and cork-cambium

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