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Meristematic tissue responsible for increase in girth of tree trunk is:

1. Apical meristem
2. Intercalary meristem
3. Lateral meristem
4. Phellogen

Correct answer: Lateral meristem

Solution

Lateral meristems are responsible for secondary growth, which increases the thickness or girth of stems and roots. Apical and intercalary meristems mainly increase length, while phellogen is a type of lateral meristem involved in cork formation.

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