Collenchyma Tissue Quiz

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Which type of parenchyma contains cells that are stellate in shape with inward projections of the cell wall as arms?

Aerenchyma

Prosenchyma

Armed parenchyma (correct)

Storage parenchyma

Which type of parenchyma is often seen in leaves and young shoots and contains numerous chloroplasts for photosynthesis?

Storage parenchyma

Chlorenchyma (correct)

Folded parenchyma

Armed parenchyma

Where is folded parenchyma commonly found?

In the cortex and pith (correct)

In the roots of grasses

In the endosperm cells of seeds

In leaves

Lamellar collenchyma is a type of tissue that is known for its:

Compact arrangement of cells Signup and view all the answers

Which type of parenchyma helps aquatic plants by providing strength for aeration and buoyancy?

Aerenchyma Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of chlorenchyma cells?

Photosynthesis Signup and view all the answers

What type of thickening is characteristic of lamellar collenchyma?

Thickening on the tangential wall Signup and view all the answers

Which tissue is the primary supporting tissue in stems, leaves, and floral parts of dicots?

Collenchyma Signup and view all the answers

How is lamellar collenchyma different from angular collenchyma?

Thickening on the tangential wall Signup and view all the answers

In which plant part is collenchyma usually hypodermal in position?

Epidermis Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes collenchyma from parenchyma in terms of cell shape?

More elongated and narrower cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of sclerenchyma cells?

Mechanical support Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of collenchyma cells in plants?

Providing support to young plants Signup and view all the answers

Which type of plant cells are involved in the production of leaves?

Parenchyma cells Signup and view all the answers

Which type of plant cells are more rigid compared to collenchyma cells?

Sclerenchyma cells Signup and view all the answers

In which part of the plant are sclerenchyma cells mainly found?

All plant roots Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of parenchyma cells in plants?

Living cells that produce leaves Signup and view all the answers

Which type of plant cells play a role in providing support to the plants?

Collenchyma cells Signup and view all the answers