Which meristematic tissue is primarily responsible for the initiation of secondary growth in dicot stems?
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Correct answer: Lateral meristem
Secondary growth is facilitated by lateral meristems, specifically the vascular cambium and cork cambium. These tissues allow the plant to increase in thickness or girth rather than just length.
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