Identify the wrong statement in context of heartwood:
(1) It is highly durable
(2) It conducts water and minerals efficiently

(3) It comprises dead elements with highly lignified walls
(4) Organic compounds are deposited in it

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The correct answer is (2)

Heartwood is inactive physiologically due to deposition of organic compounds and formation of tyloses so it will not conduct water and minerals

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