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As compared to a dicot root, a monocot root has:

  1. A
    Relatively thicker periderm
  2. B
    More abundant secondary xylem
  3. C
    Many xylem bundles
  4. D
    Inconspicuous annual rings

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Monocot roots are characterized by a polyarch condition, meaning they have many xylem bundles (usually more than six). In contrast, dicot roots have few xylem bundles ( to ). Also, monocot roots do not undergo secondary growth.Shutterstock

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As compared to a dicot root, a monocot root has:
A
Relatively thicker periderm
B
More abundant secondary xylem
C
Many xylem bundles
D
Inconspicuous annual rings

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