Identify the incorrect statement.
(a) Heartwood does not conduct water but gives
mechanical support.
(b) Sapwood is involved in conduction of water and
minerals from root to leaf.
(c) Sapwood is the innermost secondary xylem and
is lighter in colour.
(d) Due to deposition of tannins, resins, oils, etc.,
heartwood is dark in colour.
(a) Heartwood does not conduct water but gives
mechanical support.
(b) Sapwood is involved in conduction of water and
minerals from root to leaf.
(c) Sapwood is the innermost secondary xylem and
is lighter in colour.
(d) Due to deposition of tannins, resins, oils, etc.,
heartwood is dark in colour.