NEETBotanyAnatomy of Flowering Plants
Which of the following has a well developed pith?
Options
- ADicot Root
- BMonocot Root
- CGymnosperm Stem
- DNone of the above
Correct answer
B. Monocot Root
Step-by-step solution
The anatomy of the monocot root is similar to the dicot root in many respects. It has epidermis, cortex, endodermis, pericycle, vascular bundles and pith. As compared to the dicot root which have fewer xylem bundles, there are usually more than six (polyarch) xylem bundles in the monocot root. Pith is large and well developed . Monocotyledonous roots do not undergo any secondary growth.