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WAEC Biology 2016 Question 12

Question 12

Growth and Development

Lateral meristem in flowering plants is found in the

  1. A.cortex.
  2. B.pericycle.
  3. C.cambium.
  4. D.pith.
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Answer: C (cambium.)

Explanation

The cambium is the lateral meristem: its dividing cells make the stem and root thicker (secondary growth).