Question

Study carefully the following statements and select the incorrect one(s).
(i). Lateralroots develop from pericycle.
(ii) . Endodermis is the innermost layer of cortex
(iii). Sapwood is the central, dark coloured, non-conducting part of secondary xylem.
A. (i) and (ii)
B. (ii) and (iii)
C. (i) only
D. (iii) only

Answer 1

Correct Answer - D
Sapwood is perpheral region of the secondary xylem lighter in colour and involved in the conduction of water and minerals from roots to leaves.