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BOT 102 Fundamentals of Vascular Plant Anatomy and Classification Objective Question

Question

How are the vascular bundles arranged in the stem of a monocotyledon?
Options
A In a ring or circular form
B Scattered throughout the ground tissue
Correct Answer
C In a central stele
D Arranged radially
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 4 states that in monocotyledons, 'The vascular bundles in the stem are scattered in the ground is' (implying scattered), while dicotyledons have them arranged in a ring. Page 10 also visually confirms this arrangement.

Hint

Think about the common visual representation of monocot vs. dicot stems in cross-section.

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