Question

Inner-most layer of cortex is

• A. Pericycle
• B. Endodermis
• C. Cutinised
• D. Suberised

Answer 1

The correct option is B Endodermis

A.Pericycle – outer most part of the stele in roots and dicot stem.

B.Endodermis – innermost part of cortex in roots and dicot stem.

C. Cutinised – The outer walls of stem epidermal cells are cutinized i.e.covered by the cuticle.

D.Suberised – The walls of cork cells are suberized i.e. made up of suberin.

So, the correct option is ‘Endodermis’.