what is cork cambium
Cork cambium is the protective tissue of a stem. What mechanism does it use to protect the stem? Deposits of water in the cork cambium act as a barrier and protect the stem from water loss, physical damage, and invasion of pathogens. Deposits of minerals in the cork cambium act as a barrier and protect the stem from water loss, physical damage, and invasion of pathogens. Deposits of oils or waxes in the cork cambium act as a barrier and protect the stem from water loss, physical damage, and invasion of pathogens.