The primary meristems of monocots are located in a different area of the plant body than those found in eudicots. Where are monocot meristems located and what is it about this arrangement that make them (grasses) more suitable for lawns than eudicots?

The primary meristems of monocots are located in a different area of the plant body than those found in eudicots. Where are monocot meristems located and what is it about this arrangement that make them (grasses) more suitable for lawns than eudicots?

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

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