Plant Growth and Development
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Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding primary growth and secondary growth in plants?

  • Primary growth increases the width of the plant, while secondary growth increases the length.
  • Secondary growth is limited to woody plants, while primary growth occurs in all types of plants. (correct)
  • Primary growth is responsible for the formation of new vascular tissue, while secondary growth produces new bark.
  • Both primary and secondary growth occur in all plant parts, including leaves and flowers.
  • What is the relationship between tree rings and secondary growth?

  • Tree rings are a result of the annual shedding of bark during secondary growth, indicating the plant's age.
  • Tree rings are formed due to the alternating layers of xylem and phloem produced during secondary growth. (correct)
  • Tree rings represent the annual growth of primary tissue, indicating the plant's height increase.
  • Tree rings reflect the seasonal variations in primary growth, indicating the plant's length increase during favorable seasons.
  • If a plant has stopped increasing in length, which of the following statements is most likely TRUE?

  • The plant has stopped undergoing secondary growth.
  • The plant is in a dormant state and will resume growth later.
  • The plant is no longer producing vascular tissue.
  • The plant has stopped undergoing primary growth. (correct)
  • Which of these tissues is primarily involved in the process of secondary growth?

    <p>Vascular cambium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A gardener wants to grow a large, wide tree in their yard. Which growth process should they focus on to achieve this?

    <p>Secondary growth only</p> Signup and view all the answers

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