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The wax like substance present in the cell wall of onion skin is
The wax like substance present in the cell wall of onion skin is
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The correct option is C Suberin
Onion epidermal skin forms a protective layer against harmful viruses and fungi which can infect underlying soft, sensitive tissues. One of the protective mechanism in onion is the presence of suberin in onion cell wall. The cell wall of onion becomes thick and waterproof due to deposition of suberin. Therefore, option D is correct.
Onion epidermal skin forms a protective layer against harmful viruses and fungi which can infect underlying soft, sensitive tissues. One of the protective mechanism in onion is the presence of suberin in onion cell wall. The cell wall of onion becomes thick and waterproof due to deposition of suberin. Therefore, option D is correct.
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