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    1.

    Which of the following statements regarding the casparian strip is INCORRECT?

    A

    It is a band of hydrophobic material that surrounds the radial and transverse walls of endodermal cells.

    B

    It forces water and solutes to enter the symplast, regulating their passage into the stele.

    C

    It is composed primarily of lignin and suberin, providing structural support to the endodermis.

    D

    Its presence in the root endodermis helps prevent the apoplastic movement of water and minerals.

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    8.

    Ground tissue includes?

    A

    All tissues except epidermis and vascular bundles

    B

    Epidermis, cortex

    C

    All tissues internal to epidermis

    D

    Only vascular tissues

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