What is the structure of the innermost layer of the cortex?

What is the structure of the innermost layer of the cortex?
  1. Parenchymatous cells
  2. Collenchymatous cells
  3. Starched sheath
  4. Sclerenchyma cells

Solution

The innermost layer of the cortex is called the endodermis. The cells of the endodermis are rich in starch grains and the layer is also referred to as the starch sheath.

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