Q. Initiation of lateral roots and vascular cambium during secondary growth organs occurs due to activity of
A) Endodermis
B) Pericycle
C) Casparian strip
D) Periderm
Explanation
Next to the endodermis lies a few layers thick-walled parenchymatous cells referred to as pericycle. Initiation of lateral roots and vascular cambium during secondary growth takes place in these cells
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