Question

How does the cork act as a protective tissue?​

Answer 1

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Cork is basically dead cells or tissues of a plant which is situated at the outermost part of its trunk . It gives hardness and stiffness to the plant .

Answer 2

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Cork has a deposition of suberin which protects it from outer extreme environmental conditions. It protects the plant from infections.

It also prevents plants from excessive dessication......

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