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NEET BIOLOGYAnatomy of Flowering Plants Easy

Question

Initiation of lateral roots and vascular cambium during secondary growth takes place in cells of:

A

Epiblema

B

Cortex

C

Endodermis

D

Pericycle

Step-by-Step Solution

the pericycle is a layer of thick-walled parenchymatous cells located just inside the endodermis of a dicotyledonous root . The sources explicitly state that the initiation of lateral roots and the vascular cambium during secondary growth takes place within these specific cells . Other anatomical layers mentioned, such as the epiblema (the outermost protective layer) and the cortex (thin-walled parenchyma with intercellular spaces), do not perform this meristematic function . Mastering these specific anatomical details is a high-priority strategy for medical aspirants, as NCERT textbooks serve as the definitive source for approximately 95% of NEET Biology questions [3-5].

Exam Context & Concepts Covered

This question aligns with the NEET BIOLOGY syllabus, specifically targeting concepts from Anatomy of Flowering Plants . Mastering this topic is crucial for scoring well in the upcoming medical entrance examinations. Solving conceptually related problems will help you understand the nuances of these concepts and improve your problem-solving speed.

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