Q. Given below are two statements: Statement I: Endarch and exarch are the terms often used for describing the position of secondary xylem in the plant body. Statement II: Exarch condition is the most common feature of the root system. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A) Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is true.
B) Both Statement I and Statement II are true.
C) Both Statement I and Statement II are false.
D) Statement I is correct but Statement II is false.
Explanation
[Solution from source] Endarch and exarch describe the position of primary (not secondary) xylem, so I is incorrect. In roots protoxylem lies towards the periphery (exarch), so II is true. Answer (1).
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