HORTICULTURE

HORTICULTURE SCIENCE

ULTRA STRUCTURE OF PLANT CELLS AND ORGANS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following tissues whose role is to protect and cover the plant?
A
Dermal tissue
B
Epidurial tissue
C
Ground tissue
D
Vascular tissue
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The outer layer of tissue surrounding the entire plant is called the epidermis, usually comprised of a single layer of epidermal cells which provide protection and have other specialized adaptations in different plant organs.

Detailed explanation-2: -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-3: -Dermal tissue covers the plant and can be found on the outer layer of roots, stems and leaves. Its main functions are transpiration, gas exchange and defense.

Detailed explanation-4: -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.

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