NEET Solved Paper 2018 Question 35

Question: Secondary xylem and phloem in dicot stem are produced by [NEET - 2018]

Options:

A) Phellogen

B) Vascular cambium

C) Apical meristems

D) Axillary meristems

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

The vascular cambium is a type of lateral meristem that produces secondary xylem (wood) and secondary phloem in dicot stems. This process contributes to the thickening of the stem during secondary growth.