Most cells of endodermis have thickened strips due to deposition of suberin and lignin. They are called as .
A
pith
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B
casparian strips
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C
lignin strips
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D
casparian rays
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Solution
The correct option is B casparian strips Casparian strips are depositions of suberin and lignin that blocks water from entering the pericycle. They are found on the radial and transverse wall of the cells in the endodermis layer.