NEETBiologySexual Reproduction in Flowering PlantsMCQ+4 / −1
Which one of the following is resistant to enzyme action?
- APollen exine
- BLeaf cuticle
- CCork
- DWood fibre
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Correct answer: A
Pollen exine is resistant to enzyme action. The hard outer layer called the exine is made up of sporopollenin which is one of the most resistant organic material known. It can withstand high temperatures and strong acids and alkali. No enzymes that degrade sporopollenin are so far known.
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