Question

List the characteristics of cork. How are they formed? Mention their role.



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Answer 1

Explanation:

List the characteristics of cork. How are they formed?

Cells of cork are dead at maturity.

These cells are compactly arranged.

Cells do not posses intercellular spaces.

Cells possess a chemical substance 'suberin' in their walls.

There are several thick layers. As plants grow older, a strip of secondary meristem replaces the epidermis of the stem

Answer 2

characteristics of cork are

•Lightness. Cork is a very light raw material, weighing just 0.16 grams per cubic centimetre, and can float.

•Flexibility/compressibility. ...

•Impermeability. ...

•Decay resistant. ...

•Insulation. ...

•Biodegradable, recyclable and renewable.