To increase the width or girth of the stem of a tree, cells must divide in a ring-like manner around the stem. Which tissue performs this task?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

1. (A) Sclerenchyma (Sclerenchyma)
2. (B) Apical meristem (Apical meristem)
3. (C) Lateral meristem (Lateral meristem)
4. (D) Intercalary meristem (Intercalary meristem)

Verified Answer

Option (C): Lateral meristem (Lateral meristem)

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