Morphology Of Flowering Plants Root Stem And Leaf Question 515

Question: If there is more than one tunica layer in a stem apex, which among the following is most likely to happen [AIIMS 1985; EAMCET 1985]

Options:

A) All the layers will develop into epidermal cells

B) Only the outer layer will develop into epidermal cells

C) All the layers will develop into cortex

D) Inner layer develops into cortex

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Because tunica shows only anticlinal division and it is responsible for surface growth.