Asked by SudEip Dahal on Jun 15, 2024
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Which of the following statements about monocots is true?
A) They lack sclerenchyma tissue.
B) They have a well-developed vascular cambium.
C) They do not produce bark.
D) Their lateral meristems give rise to wood.
E) Secondary growth occurs rather slowly.
Vascular Cambium
A layer of growth tissue in plants that produces new phloem and xylem cells, contributing to stem and root thickness.
Sclerenchyma Tissue
A type of plant tissue composed of thick-walled cells that provide structural support, commonly found in regions of the plant that are no longer elongating.
Secondary Growth
In plants, a growth pattern resulting in the thickening of stems and roots, primarily through the activity of the vascular cambium.
- Acquire knowledge on how stem architecture and expansion behaviors vary between monocots and dicots.
Verified Answer
DN
Dezarae NavarroJun 15, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Monocots do not produce bark because they generally lack secondary growth, which is responsible for the production of bark in dicots. This is due to the absence of a vascular cambium, which is necessary for secondary growth.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on how stem architecture and expansion behaviors vary between monocots and dicots.