Asked by Shyteria Plus2 on Jun 04, 2024
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This tissue gives rise to the protective covering that forms the bark of a tree.
A) vascular cambium
B) cork cambium
C) pericycle
D) ground tissue
E) dermal tissue
Protective Covering
A material or structure that provides defense against external environmental hazards.
Bark
Informal term for all living and dead tissues outside the ring of vascular cambium in woody plants.
- Expound on the assorted types of tissues in plants and their respective functionalities.
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Kevin GamboaJun 08, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The cork cambium, also known as phellogen, is the tissue responsible for producing the outer bark of a tree, which provides protection against physical damage, water loss, and disease. The other tissues listed (vascular cambium, pericycle, ground tissue, and dermal tissue) do not give rise to the protective bark layer.
Learning Objectives
- Expound on the assorted types of tissues in plants and their respective functionalities.