When a Redwood Tree Trunk Increases in Diameter (Not Height)

question 20

Multiple Choice

When a redwood tree trunk increases in diameter (not height) , this is a result of:

• A)shoot apical meristems.
• B)axillary buds.
• C)floral meristems.
• D)lateral meristems.

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