Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781337392938
Author: Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Introduction: The type of meristematic tissue that is present in the sides of roots and stems as well as responsible for the secondary growth of plants is called lateral meristem. The action of lateral meristem is to increase the thickness of roots and stem. The two types of lateral meristems are vascular cambium and cork cambium.

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