[Campbell Biology P.831] The vascular cambium is responsible for producing which of the foll... | Practice Question

The vascular cambium is responsible for producing which of the following tissues in a plant?

  • A: Cork and bark.
  • B: Primary xylem and primary phloem.
  • C: Secondary xylem and secondary phloem.
  • D: Dermal tissue and leaves.

Explanation

The vascular cambium is a lateral meristem that produces secondary vascular tissues, specifically secondary xylem wood to its inside and secondary phloem to its outside. This is directly stated in Q5 of the 'Test Your Understanding' section.