Q. The cork cells are impervious to water. Which among the following is responsible to give this quality to Cork?
Answer: Suberin
Notes: The cork cells are impervious to water. Suberin is responsible to give this quality to Cork. Suberin, cutin and lignins are complex, higher plant epidermis and periderm cell-wall macromolecules, forming a protective barrier.

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