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QWhich of the following is true regarding the periderm in woody plants?

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  • A It is composed of only cork cambium and cork cells ✔ ✖
  • B It provides a first line of defense for the plant against only dehydration ✔ ✖
  • C It is found in the primary growth of the plant ✔ ✖
  • D It is formed as a result of secondary growth and includes cork cambium, cork cells, and phelloderm ✔ ✖
Correct Answer: Option D

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The periderm is formed as a result of secondary growth in woody plants and includes the cork cambium, cork cells, and phelloderm. The periderm functions as the first line of defense for the plant, protecting it from fire or heat injury, dehydration, freezing conditions, and/or disease.

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