Question

In comparing primary and secondary growth which is correct:A. Secondary growth contributes to the elongation of the plant body but primary growth does not.B. Primary growth is the process that increases the diameter of stems.C. Primary growth would be related to the activity of the cork cambium.D. Primary growth occurs while the seed is germinating and secondary growth occurs after the seeding has fully germinated.E. Secondary growth results from activity of the lateral meristems, while primary growth results from activity of the apical meristems.

Answer 1

E. Secondary growth results from activity of the lateral meristems, while primary growth results from activity of the apical meristems.

Step-by-step explanation:

The increase in length of plant body is known as as primary growth which is the result of cell division in the apical meristem.

The increase in thickness or girth of the plant body is known as secondary growth which is the result of cell division in the lateral meristem.