Single Choice

A typical monocotyledonous root is characterised by -

AUsually more than six xylem bundles
BLarge and well developed pith
CNo secondary growth
DAll of these
Correct Answer

Solution

A typical monocotyledonous root can be characterized by: -
1) The xylem shows a polyarch condition where it forms numerous groups or bundles (usually 12 to 21).
2) The cambium is absent in all the stages and there is no secondary thickening in such roots.
3) The pith is large and well developed.
So, the correct answer is 'All of the above'.


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