NEETBotanyAnatomy of Flowering Plants
Cortex Layers Characteristics A. Hypodermis 1. Rounded thin-walled cells with intercellular spaces B. Cortical Layers below Hypodermis 2. Collenchymatous cells providing mechanical strength C. Endodermis 3. Rich in starch grains and known as starch sheath D. Medullary Rays 4. Radially placed parenchymatous cells between vascular bundles
Options
- AA - 1, B - 2, C - 3, D - 4
- BA - 2, B - 1, C - 3, D - 4
- CA - 2, B - 1, C - 4, D - 3
- DA - 3, B - 2, C - 1, D - 4
Correct answer
B. A - 2, B - 1, C - 3, D - 4
Step-by-step solution
Hypodermis has collenchymatous cells, cortical layers below it are rounded parenchymatous cells, endodermis is rich in starch grains, and medullary rays are radially placed parenchymatous cells.