The 'stele' in a root includes all of the following tissues EXCEPT:
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Correct answer: Endodermis
The stele refers to all tissues on the inner side of the endodermis. Therefore, it includes the pericycle, vascular bundles (xylem and phloem), and the pith, but excludes the endodermis itself.
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