Question

2
Which of the following statements about
cork cambium is incorrect ?
(1) It forms a part of periderm
(2) It is responsible for the formation of
lenticels
(3) li is a couple of layers thick
(4). It forms secondar corlex on its
outerside​

Answer 1

Explanation:

During secondary growth in dicot roots, phellogen or cork cambium produce periderm. The cork cambium produces cork or phellem towards the periphery. Secondary cortex (secondary phloem) is produced by the cambium and while periderm is developed by phellogen. Thus, the cork cambium produces phelloderm on inside and phellem or cork on outside.

Thus, the correct answer is option A.

Answer 2

Answer:

1

it forms a part of periderm