Read the following statements about the vascular bundles: Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
- A, B and D only
- A, B, C, D and E only
- A, B, C and D only
- A, C, D and E only
Answer
(2) A, B, C, D and E only
Solution
A: In roots, xylem and phloem lie on different radii in an alternate manner (radial arrangement) ⇒ correct.
B: Conjoint closed bundles (monocots) have no cambium between xylem and phloem ⇒ correct.
C: In open bundles (dicot stem), cambium is present between phloem and xylem ⇒ correct.
D: In dicot stem, protoxylem lies towards the centre (pith) ⇒ endarch ⇒ correct.
E: As per NCERT, the monocot root usually has more than six xylem bundles (polyarch) ⇒ correct.
∴ All the statements A, B, C, D and E are correct.
Answer: (2)