Question

Casparian strips occur in

• A. Cortex
• B. Endodermis
• C. Epidermis
• D. Pericycle

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Endodermis

• Casparian strips occur in the Endodermis.

• It is a cell wall material that is deposited in the radial and transverse walls of the endodermis of roots.

• It is made up of suberin and sometimes of lignin.

• It regulates the water and mineral uptake by the roots.