A major characteristic of monocot root is the presence of

Correct answer: A. Vasculature without cambium

  • A. Vasculature without cambium
  • B. Cambium sandwiched between phloem and xylem along the radius
  • C. Open vascular bundles
  • D. Cattered vascular bundles

Explanation

(a) : In monocot root, a large number of vascular bundles are arranged in the form of a ring around the central pith. Vascular bundles are closed because there is no cambium present between the xylem and phloem.

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