Plant Tissues

26. Which of the following is an example of a modified plant tissue?

a) Xylem

b) Phloem

c) Meristem

d) Cork

27. Which type of plant tissue forms the bark of a tree?

a) Xylem

b) Phloem

c) Cork cambium

d) Parenchyma

28. The tissue responsible for the production of secondary xylem and secondary phloem is called:

a) Apical meristem

b) Lateral meristem

c) Intercalary meristem

d) Ground meristem

29. Which of the following is not a function of the epidermal tissue?

a) Protection

b) Absorption of water and nutrients

c) Secretion of substances

d) Gas exchange

30. The epidermal tissue of a plant is covered by a waxy layer called the:

a) Cuticle

b) Periderm

c) Stomata

d) Trichomes