General Science - Biology MCQs


Q.  The cork cells are impervious to water. Which among the following is responsible to give this quality to Cork?

a. Cellulose
b. Cutin
c. Suberin
d. Glucose


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The cork cells are impervious to water. Suberin is responsible to give this quality to Cork. Suberin, cutin and lignins are complex, higher plant epidermis and periderm cell-wall macromolecules, forming a protective barrier.
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