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Question:

Which of the following is made up of dead cells?

Collechyma

Phellem

Phloem

Xylem parenchyma

Solution:

Phellem, also called cork cells, are dead at maturity. These cells slowly lose their protoplast and become non-living. The cell wall becomes deposited with suberin that provides a water-protective layer. Phellem is present at the periphery of the bark. Thus, the correct answer is Phellem.