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Biology Question on Anatomy of Flowering Plants

Cork cambium results in the formation of cork which become impermeable to water due to the accumulation of

A

Resins

B

Suberin

C

Lignin

D

Tannins

Answer

Suberin

Explanation

Solution

Cork is made up of thick walled dead cells impregnated with a waxy material called suberin. Due to accumulation of suberin cork become water proof.