Seva Ram Jha
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What type of meristem is responsible for increasing the girth of the stem or root, and what is it commonly known as?

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The lateral meristem, commonly known as the cambium, is responsible for increasing the girth of the stem or root.

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  1. The lateral meristem, commonly known as the cambium, is responsible for increasing the girth of the stem or root. It produces new layers of vascular tissue, contributing to the thickening and strengthening of the plant’s structure.

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