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Tissues — Science STD 9 — Question

Gujarat BoardEnglish MediumSTD 9ScienceTissues2 Marks
Question
How does the cork act as a protective tissue?
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Answer

The outer protective layer or bark of a tree is known as the cork. It is made up of dead cells. Therefore, it protects the plant against mechanical injury, temperature extremes, etc. It also prevents the loss of water by evaporation.

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