Q. Which of the following defines the phenomenon of dedifferentiation?

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Solution:

The living differentiated cells that have lost the capability to divide can regain the capacity of the division under certain conditions, this phenomenon is called dedifferentiation. It occurs during secondary growth when permanent cell-like parenchyma regains the power of division to form vascular cambium and cork cambium.