As the Tree Grows Outward from the Pith (Center), the Inner

question 20

Multiple Choice

As the tree grows outward from the pith (center) , the inner cells become inactive and turn into ____.

• A) sapwood
• B) heartwood
• C) softwood
• D) redwood

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