what is cork ? define its characterstics and its role in plants. Write yourself don't spam otherwise i will definitely report u .
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Cork is the outer protective layer of trees.It is a part of bark.As plants grow older the outer protective tissues undergoes certain changes. The epidermis of the stem is replaced by secondary Meristem. This forms the several thick layers of cork. ... Cork cells are dead.
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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Answer:
Answer: The characteristics of cork are as follows: 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.
What are the characteristics of cork How are they formed?
Cork is formed by the division of cork cambium or the lateral meristem(phelloderm). Cork provides mechanical strength to trees and is fire resistant. 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
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
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