9 Questions
What is the main function of the hypodermis in the stem?
Providing mechanical strength to the stem with thickened cells
Which layer separates the cortex from the vascular bundles in the stem?
Endodermis
What are the longitudinal strands of conducting tissues in the stem composed of?
Xylem and phloem
Which layer of the stem serves as a food reserve and may be termed as a starch sheath?
Endodermis
What is the composition of the hypodermis in the stem?
Collenchyma cells specially thickened at the corners due to the deposition of thick cellulose
What is the primary function of the epidermis in the stem?
Minimizing transpiration
What is the arrangement of cells in the epidermis of the stem like?
Compact arrangement with greatly thickened cuticles
What serves as a barrier to harmful organisms in the stem?
Epidermis
What do vascular bundles in the stem consist essentially of?
Xylem and phloem arranged in a ring around the central pith
Test your knowledge of the structure and function of the epidermis and hypodermis in plant stems. Explore the characteristics and roles of these outer layers in providing protection and minimizing transpiration.
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