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    The portion of the trunk having inner annular rings surrounded by the pith is called:
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    The portion of the trunk having inner annular rings surrounded by the pith is called:

    A.

    cambium

    B.

    sapwood

    C.

    bark

    D.

    heartwood

    Correct option is D

    Pith: 
    It is the innermost part of tree consisting of cellular tissue which is used for nourishment of tree in young age.
    Heartwood: 
    The inner annual rings surrounding the pith are known as heartwood. It imparts rigidity to the tree.
    Cambium Layer: 
    It is a thin layer of sap between sapwood and the inner bark.
    Inner bark: 
    It gives protection to the cambium layer.
    Outer bark: 
    It is the outermost part of the tree.

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