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What is the role of lateral meristem in plant growth?

Lateral meristems, such as vascular cambium and cork cambium, contribute to secondary growth, increasing girth. This follows from NCERT principle where relation explains outcome clearly for students.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Botany section), Chapter: Biology - Botany portion covering relevant concept, Topic: Plant structure, physiology and applications.