What is the fate of primary xylem in a dicot root showing extensive secondary growth?

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What is the fate of primary xylem in a dicot root showing extensive secondary growth?

BiologyAnatomy of Flowering Plants

Options:

A
It is retained in the centre of the axis
B
It gets crushed
C
May or may not get crushed
D
It gets surrounded by primary phloem

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It is retained in the centre of the axis

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