NTA Abhyas NEET2020BotanyAnatomy of Flowering PlantsPractice
Mark the correct statement
Options
- ALenticels remain always open.
- BLenticels pores are larger than stomata.
- CLenticular transpiration is only 1% of the total transpiration.
- DAll the above.
Correct answer
D. All the above.
Step-by-step solution
A lenticel is a porous tissue consisting of cells with large intercellular spaces in the periderm of the secondarily thickened organs and the bark of woody stems and roots of dicotyledonous flowering plants. It functions as a pore, providing a pathway for the direct exchange of gases between the internal tissues and atmosphere through the bark, which is otherwise impermeable to gases. Though its contribution is very less in comparison to stomata, it is much needed for the plants.