Pericycle of the roots is never sclerenchymatous because it

  • A

    Does not act as a mechanical tissue in roots

  • B

    Is the place of origin of root branches

  • C

    Gives rise to root hairs

  • D

    Gives rise to root hairs (when the root is young), and to root branches (at maturity)

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