Q. As compared to a dicot root, a monocot root has :
A) More abundant secondary xylem
B) Many xylem bundles
C) Inconspicuous annual rings
D) Relatively thicker periderm
Explanation
[Solution from source] Monocot roots are polyarch, with many xylem bundles, whereas dicot roots usually have two to six. Monocot roots show no secondary growth, so they have no secondary xylem, annual rings or periderm to compare. Answer (2).
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