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Q.

What is the role of the pericycle in the dicotyledonous root ?

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a

It serves as the main site for photosynthesis within the root system.

b

It consists of barrel shaped cells and acts as a water impermeable barrier with casparian strips.

c

It forms the outermost layer and is involved in water absorption through root hairs.

d

It is involved in the initiation of lateral roots and formation of  vascular cambium during secondary growth.

answer is C.

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Detailed Solution

In the T>S> of root anatomy,pericycle lies next to endodermis.It is made up of few layered, thick-walled parenchyomatous cells.

 Initiation of lateral roots and vascular cambium during the secondary growth takes place in these cells.

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