Question

Which of the following statements are correct about heartwood?
(i) It does not help in water conduction.
(ii) It is also called alburnum.
(iii) It is light in colour and is very soft.
(iv) It has tracheary elements which are filled with tannins, resins, etc.

• A. (ii) and (iv)
• B. (i), (ii) and (iii)
• C. (ii), (iii) and (iv)
• D. (i) and (iv)

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

Correct answer is (d) (i) and (iv)