Morphology Of Flowering Plants Root Stem And Leaf Question 129

Question: The cell layer located at the periphery in the cross-section of the root is called

Options:

A) Endodermis

B) Epiblema

C) Pericycle

D) Xylem

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Epiblema is the outer most single layer located at the periphery in the root which bears unicellular root hairs.

These are also known as piliferous layer or rhizodermis.