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Why is the cortical layer suitable for storing starch, oils and tanins?

A

Because it is made of Parenchyma tissue

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B

It has lot of intracelluar space

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C

It is close to sieve tube elements

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Only A and C

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Solution

The correct option is A Because it is made of Parenchyma tissue
The general cortex or the cortical layer is exclusively made of parenchyma tissue. This tissue is primarily present for storing food and other organic matter.

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