alleryHypodermis of a typical dicot stem is composed of
APhloem fibres bearing sieve tubes
BCollenchyma giving mechanical strength
CSclerenchyma giving rigid support
DParenchyma with intercellular spaces
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Collenchyma giving mechanical strength
Dicot stem hypodermis = collenchymatous (mechanical support in a young growing stem).
Monocot stem hypodermis = sclerenchymatous (mature mechanical support; monocots lack secondary growth).
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