Which of the following statements about intercalary meristem is incorrect?

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Which of the following statements about intercalary meristem is incorrect?

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Intercalary meristem is found in grasses and bamboo. Intercalary meristem helps in elongation of internodes. Intercalary meristem is located at the tip of the root and shoot. Correct Intercalary meristem is a type of primary meristem.

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Intercalary meristem is located at the base of leaves and internodes, not at the tips of roots and shoots.

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