If the Pericycle Was Missing, How Would This Affect a Plant

question 22

Multiple Choice

If the pericycle was missing, how would this affect a plant?

• A) There would be no branch roots.
• B) There would be no root hairs.
• C) There would be no xylem and phloem.
• D) The meristem would not be present.
• E) The root would not be able to store starches.

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