The anatomy of springwood shows some peculiar features. Identify the correct set of statements about springwood. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
- A, B, D and E only
- A, C, D and E only
- A, B and D only
- C, D and E only
Answer
(2) A, C, D and E only
Solution
As per NCERT, in spring the cambium is very active and produces a large number of xylary elements having vessels with wider cavities; the wood formed is called spring wood or early wood.
A: Correct – springwood is also called earlywood.
B: Incorrect – in spring the cambium forms xylem elements with wider vessels (narrow vessels are formed in autumn wood).
C: Correct – springwood is lighter in colour.
D: Correct – springwood and autumn wood appear as alternate concentric rings, forming an annual ring.
E: Correct – springwood has a lower density.
∴ Correct statements: A, C, D and E.
Answer: (2)