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How does the number of xylem bundles in monocotyledonous roots compare to dicotyledonous roots? 

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a

Monocot roots have exactly six xylem bundles.

b

Both monocot and dicot roots always have the same number of xylem bundles. 

c

Monocot roots usually have more than six (polyarch) xylem bundles.

d

Monocot roots have fewer xylem bundles than dicot roots.

answer is B.

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Monocot roots usually have more than six (polyarch) xylem bundles. There are usually two to four xylem and phloem patches in dicot roots.

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How does the number of xylem bundles in monocotyledonous roots compare to dicotyledonous roots?