Tissues · Class 9 · CBSE Science
A student observes a plant tissue under a microscope and notices cells with unevenly thickened corners containing a lot of intercellular space-free p…
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medium · MCQ · Q-B44C3A
A student observes a plant tissue under a microscope and notices cells with unevenly thickened corners containing a lot of intercellular space-free packing, providing mechanical support and flexibility. Identify the tissue.
- A.Parenchyma
- B.CollenchymaCorrect answer
- C.Sclerenchyma
- D.Xylem
Solution
Collenchyma is characterized by cell walls thickened at the corners due to cellulose and pectin deposition, providing flexibility and mechanical support to plant parts like leaf stalks.
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