Assertion : Intercalary meristem increase length of plant like apical meristems.
Reason : Intercalary meritem originates from the apical meristems.

Options

A. If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
B. If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion
C. If the assertion is true but the reason is false
D. If both the assertion and reason are false

Answer

A

Explanation

Intercalary meristem present in intercalary position in the leaves and inter-node. It is a part of apical meristem. It adds height to plant. It is commonly present in monocots, grass and pines.