The __________________ is a waxy band of cells surrounding endodermal cells in the root.
A)cortex
B)pericycle
C)root band
D)Casparian strip

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The Casparian strip is a waxy band of cells that surround endodermal cells in the root. It prevents water and minerals from passing between cells and forces them to go through the endodermal cells, allowing for selective uptake. The cortex, pericycle, and root band are all parts of the root but are not directly related to the Casparian strip.

The __________________ Is a Waxy Band of Cells Surrounding Endodermal