Question

Why is cambium considered to be lateral meristem?

Answer 1

Explanation:

Answer: The cambium is called as the lateral meristem because it increases the girth of the axis.

The meristem contains cells whose sole purpose is to divide so that the plant gets bigger. Apical meristems allow the plant to grow up and down, and lateral meristem allows the plant to grow out, or laterally. There are two types of lateral meristem, the cork cambium and the vascular cambium.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Cambium is considered as lateral meristem as it increases the width of the axis.........