I. In dicot stem, the innemost layer of cortex is endodermis. II. Endodermis with casparian strips is found in dicot stem. III. In dicot stem, the cells of endodermis are rich in starch grain.
A
I & II
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B
II &III
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C
I & III
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D
Only II
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Solution
The correct option is A I & II Endodermis is distinct as the innermost layer of the cortex. Pericycle composed of parenchyma and sclerenchyma alternately as irregular patches.
The cell walls of the endodermis possess a woody and corky band, called the Casparian strip.