Question

Passage cells are thin walled cells found in ____________________.

• A. Phloem elements to serve as entry points
• B. Testa of seeds for emergence of embryonal axis
• C. Central area of style for passage of pollen tube
• D. Endodermis of roots to facilitate rapid transport of water from cortex to pericycle

Answer 1

The correct option is D Endodermis of roots to facilitate rapid transport of water from cortex to pericycle

Passage cells are thin walled cells present opposite to xylem patches in the endodermis of the root. They are endodermal cells.They are also called transfusion cells. They help in water transport from cortex to pericycle.

So the correct answer is 'Endodermis of roots to facilitate rapid transport of water from cortex to pericycle'