Q.

Which of the following statements about cork cambium is incorrect?

see full answer

Start JEE / NEET / Foundation preparation at rupees 99/day !!

21% of IItians & 23% of AIIMS delhi doctors are from Sri Chaitanya institute !!
An Intiative by Sri Chaitanya

a

It is a couple of layers thick.

b

It forms the secondary cortex on its outer side.

c

It is responsible for the formation of lenticels.

d

It forms a part of periderm.

answer is B.

(Unlock A.I Detailed Solution for FREE)

Ready to Test Your Skills?

Check your Performance Today with our Free Mock Test used by Toppers!

Take Free Test

Detailed Solution

detailed_solution_thumbnail

Cork cambium or phellogen is a secondary meristem and usually develops in the cortex region. Phellogen is a couple of layers thick. Phellogen cuts off cells on both sides. The outer cells differentiate into cork or phellem while the inner cells differentiate into secondary cortex or phelloderm. 

 Phellogen, phellem and phelloderm  are collectively known as periderm.

At certain regions, the phellogen cuts off closely arranged parenchymatous cells on the outer side instead of cork cells. These parenchymatous cells soon rupture the epidermis, forming a lens-shaped opening called lenticels. 

Watch 3-min video & get full concept clarity

tricks from toppers of Infinity Learn

score_test_img

Get Expert Academic Guidance – Connect with a Counselor Today!

whats app icon