Girth of stem increases due to

Options

A. apical meristem
B. lateral meristem
C. intercalary meristem
D. vertical meristem

Answer

B

Explanation

Lateral meristem consists of cells which divide mainly in one plane and cause the organ to increase in diameter and girth. The lateral meristem usually occurs on the sides both in stem and root. Lateral meristem is of two types, i.e., in the form of cork cambium and in vascular bundles of dicots in the form of vascular cambium. The activity of this cambium results in the formation of secondary growth.