Structural-Organisation-In-Animals Question 539
Question: Bamboo and grasses elongate by the activity of ——— [KCET 2004]
Options:
A) Secondary meristem
B) Lateral meristem
C) Apical meristem
D) Intercalary meristem
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Intercalary meristem is responsible for increase in length.
This meristem is present at the base of internodes or at the base of leaves or at the base of nodes.