NEETBiologyAnatomy of Flowering PlantsMCQ+4 / −1
Identify the wrong statement in context of heartwood :
- AIt is highly durable.
- BIt comprises dead elements with highly lignified walls
- CIt conducts water and minerals efficiently
- DOrganic compounds are deposited in it
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Correct answer: C
Heartwood is inactive physiologically due to deposition of organic compounds and formation of tyloses so it will not conduct water and minerals.
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