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Suberin coating allows the ________ to be water impermeable.

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Collenchyma
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Companion cells
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Meristematic cells
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Cork cells
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Solution

The correct option is D Cork cells
The cork cells, also known as the Phellem, is the outermost layer of the cork that protects the internal layers. This region is specially made up of a substance called Suberin that restricts the entry of water molecules further deep into the cork.

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