The secondary growth in stems and roots of woody plants produced by the

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The lateral meristem, also known as the cambium, is responsible for the secondary growth in stems and roots of woody plants. This meristem produces new cells that differentiate into xylem, phloem, and cork tissues, which is what allows the plant to increase in girth over time. The other options (A, C, and D) are meristems that are responsible for primary growth and not secondary growth.

The Secondary Growth in Stems and Roots of Woody Plants