Growth of the cells of the lateral meristem is responsible for increasing the

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The lateral meristem, which includes the cambium and phellogen, is responsible for the secondary growth of the plant. The cambium produces new xylem and phloem cells, which increase the girth of the stem. Therefore, growth of the cells of the lateral meristem is responsible for increasing the thickness of the stem. It does not affect the number of lateral roots or formant buds, and only has a minor effect on the length of the stem.

Growth of the Cells of the Lateral Meristem Is Responsible