Question

List the characteristics of cork along with its diagram

Answer 1

Answer

Cork is present at the outer surface of a tree made up of suberin.

It is made up of dead cells which are compactly arranges with no intercellular spaces.

Function:The main function of cork is to avoid water loss. The thick material of cork makes it hard or water molecules to pass through it and it also protect the plant from mechanical injuries and infections.

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