JIPMER2012BotanyAnatomy of Flowering Plants
Which is a useful product of epidermal origin?
Options
- ASaffron
- BCotton fibres
- CClove
- DJute
Correct answer
B. Cotton fibres
Step-by-step solution
Cotton is obtained from the epidermal hair present on the surface of seeds of Gossypium sp. These are made up of cellulose only and may be of two types, i.e., extractable lint and non-extractable fluffy fuzz. Cotton fibres are mainly used for textiles, celluloid, cellophane, rayon and paper pulp.