Anatomy of Dicot and Monocot Roots · NCERT Biology

Which of the following describes the pith in a dicot root?

  1. Large and developed
  2. Small or inconspicuous
  3. Absent, replaced by xylem
  4. Hollow and sclerenchymatous
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Correct answer: Small or inconspicuous

In dicot roots, the central region or pith is usually very small or completely inconspicuous. This is due to the extensive development of primary xylem in the center.

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