Question

Write a short note on cork ??

Answer 1

Answer:

Cork ➡️

▪︎It is the strip of Secondary Meristem which replaces the epidermis of the older stems.

▪︎Cells are dead ,compactly arranged and have no intercellular spaces.

▪︎It forms bark of tree.

▪︎It as a chemical called Supreme which is present in their walls.

▪︎It makes them impervious to gases and water.

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Answer 2

Answer:

Cork cells are air tight, dead, suberized and impervious to water which helps them not to allow entry of any microorganisms and also provide mechanical support or strength to the plant.

Characteristic of cork: Flexible. Light in weight.

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