Question

Cells of cork contain a chemical called _________.

Answer 1

Cork:

1. It is the outer protective layer of the bark of a tree.
2. It is also known as phellem.
3. Its cells are dead and compactly arranged with no intercellular space.
4. Its cells contain a chemical named suberin in their cell walls which makes them impermeable to water and gases.

Final answer:

Cells of cork contain a chemical called suberin.