Question

what is hard bast?????​

Answer 1

Answer:

Hey!

Bast is the term used for the fibres of phloem. These fibres are tough and resistant with a narrow lumen and secondary walls deposited with lignin. These are dead elongated cells of sclerenchyma tissue. Examples include jute fibres.

hope it will be helpful ✌️

Answer 2

Hard bast is the non functional portion of xylem. It is inside of the part. Xylem doesnt support any nutrients or water, however it gives good support to the entire plant. In addition to this, it can be considered as a heart wood.