Plant Cell Walls and Tissue Functions
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Which function of suberin primarily contributes to the overall strength of the plant cell wall?

  • Prevents nutrient absorption
  • Increases permeability
  • Enhances cellular metabolism
  • Prevents water loss (correct)
  • Which type of plant tissue is primarily responsible for providing both strength and flexibility?

  • Parenchyma
  • Collenchyma (correct)
  • Sclerenchyma
  • Lignin-containing tissue
  • What would likely occur if cutin is deposited on the roots of a plant?

  • Stunted root growth (correct)
  • Enhanced nutrient absorption
  • Improved cellular respiration
  • Increased water retention
  • What characteristic differentiates cellulose from lignin in the context of plant cell walls?

    <p>Cellulose is permeable, while lignin is impermeable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does cutin primarily play on the surface of epidermal cells?

    <p>Reduction of evaporation</p> Signup and view all the answers

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