Plant Anatomy: Secondary Growth
Students will learn about the process of secondary growth in dicot stems and roots, leading to increased girth.
Key Questions
- Explain the role of vascular cambium and cork cambium in secondary growth.
- Analyze the formation of annual rings and their significance.
- Predict the long-term impact of secondary growth on the structural integrity of a tree.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
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