Question

Identify the wrong statement in the context of heartwood:

• A. It is highly durable
• B. It conducts water and minerals efficiently
• C. It comprises dead elements with highly lignified walls
• D. Organic compounds are deposited in it

Answer 1

The correct option is (A)

Explanation of correct option:

1. Heartwood is made of older xylem towards the center of a stem and is no longer capable of conducting sap.
2. All the cells of heartwood are lignified dead cells.
3. The cells of heartwood get filled with oils, resins, gums, and tannins.
4. They make the wood stronger and more durable than sapwood.

Final answer:

Heartwood cannot conducts water and minerals efficiently.