Which of the Following Cells or Tissues Arise from Lateral

Question

Which of the following cells or tissues arise from lateral meristem activity?
A) secondary xylem
B) leaves
C) trichomes
D) tubers
E) cortex

Accepted Answer

Secondary xylem is produced by lateral meristem activity in woody plants, specifically by the vascular cambium. None of the other choices arise from lateral meristem activity. Leaves and trichomes are produced by apical meristems, tubers are modified stems or roots, and the cortex is a tissue that is present in both herbaceous and woody plants.