Question

Identify the correct statement regarding plant tissues

• A. Permanent tissue is composed of meristematic cells
• B. Cork tissue is a living tissue
• C. Secondary cortex shows sclerenchyma cells filled with chloroplasts
• D. Interfascicular cambium is a secondary meristem

Hint:

Remember that secondary meristems like interfascicular cambium contribute to secondary growth, while primary meristems like apical meristem contribute to primary growth in plants.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Analyzing Each Statement

• Option 1: "Permanent tissue is composed of meristematic cells." This is incorrect. Permanent tissue is composed of differentiated cells that no longer divide, while meristematic tissue consists of actively dividing cells.
• Option 2: "Cork tissue is a living tissue." This is incorrect. Cork tissue (also known as phellem) is composed of dead cells with thickened walls, providing protection.
• Option 3: "Secondary cortex shows sclerenchyma cells filled with chloroplasts." This is incorrect. The secondary cortex may contain sclerenchyma cells, but these cells do not have chloroplasts. Sclerenchyma cells are mainly involved in providing structural support.
• Option 4: "Interfascicular cambium is a secondary meristem." This is correct. The interfascicular cambium is a secondary meristem that forms between vascular bundles and contributes to the secondary growth in plants.

Thus, the correct answer is (4) Interfascicular cambium is a secondary meristem.