Casparian Strip
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Definition
A band of suberin and lignin deposited in the radial and transverse walls of endodermal cells, forming a watertight seal. It prevents apoplastic (cell wall) transport of water and ions into the vascular cylinder, ensuring selective nutrient uptake.
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