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Which of the following describes the arrangement of vascular bundles in a monocot stem?
Options
A Arranged in a distinct ring around a central pith.
B Scattered irregularly throughout the ground tissue.
Correct Answer
C Organized into a central stele with a cortex and endodermis.
D Located only in the outer epidermal layer.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Section 2.5, 'Stem Anatomy in Detail', states: 'A transverse section of a monocot stem (e.g., maize) shows vascular bundles scattered irregularly throughout the ground tissue, with no clear distinction between cortex and pith'.

Hint

Visualize a cross-section of a monocot stem versus a dicot stem.

Question Info

Course: BOT 102
Topic: BOT 102 Review
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 356 of 769
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