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The cambium which produces cork is known as
The cambium which produces cork is known as
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The correct option is A Phellogen
In extrastelar secondary growth, epidermis and pericycle, with parenchyma or collenchyma cells acquire secondary meristematic property by de-differentiation and is called as cork cambium. It is also called as phellogen. It is a lateral meristem which helps in secondary growth. It produces a tough protective material called as cork. The cork is used to seal wine bottles.Thus, the correct answer is option B.
In extrastelar secondary growth, epidermis and pericycle, with parenchyma or collenchyma cells acquire secondary meristematic property by de-differentiation and is called as cork cambium. It is also called as phellogen. It is a lateral meristem which helps in secondary growth. It produces a tough protective material called as cork. The cork is used to seal wine bottles.
Thus, the correct answer is option B.
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