HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

CROP PHYSIOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What tissue type defends the plant from physical damage and pathogens?
A
Ground tissue
B
Protective tissue
C
Vascular tissue
D
Dermal tissue
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Primary dermal tissues, called epidermis, make up the outer layer of all plant organs (e.g., stems, roots, leaves, flowers). They help deter excess water loss and invasion by insects and microorganisms.

Detailed explanation-2: -Dermal tissue refers to the plant epidermis, the outer layer of tissue that surrounds the primary body of vascular plants. This includes the roots, stems, leaves, flowers, fruits, and seeds. The dermal layer does not contain chloroplasts and is typically composed of a single layer of tightly-packed cells.

Detailed explanation-3: -The dermal tissue is the tissue that protects the soft tissues of plants and controls interactions with the plants’ surroundings. The dermal tissue consists of epidermis and periderm. Vascular tissues are tissues involved in transportation. It mainly consists of xylem and phloem.

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