Question
How does cork act as a protective tissue?
Solution
Cork act as a protective tissue in the following ways:
(i) Its cells are dead and compactly arranged without intercellular spaces thus it provides mechanical strength and protection to the cell.
(ii) They also have deposition of suberin on the walls that makes them impervious to gases and water. Thus, cork protects the underlying tissues from excessive loss of water, adverse external environment and mechanical injuries.
