Question

Explain how does the cork act as a protective tissue?

Answer 1

Cork act as a protective tissue because (i) Its cells are dead and compactly arranged without intercellular spaces. ... Thus, the cork protects the underlying tissues from excessive loss of water, adverse external environment and mechanical injuries.



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Answer 2

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Cork acts as a protective tissue because its cells are dead and compactly arranged without intercellular spaces. They have deposition of suberin on the walls that make them impervious to gases and water.