Multiple choice

Which of the following characteristics are true for cotton fibers?

  1. Flat hose appearance

  2. Hollow core might not be visible

  3. May have frayed roots

  4. All of these answers
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Cotton fibers exhibit various morphological characteristics under a microscope, including a twisted, ribbon-like appearance (often described as a flat hose) and a hollow core (lumen). Frayed roots are also common in harvested cotton.

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