Question

Fibres and sclereids are the types of:

• A. Parenchyma
• B. Collenchyma
• C. Sclerenchyma
• D. Xylem

Answer 1

The correct option is C Sclerenchyma

Sclerenchyma is the simple permanent tissue present in plants that perform the function of protection and support. Two types of sclerenchyma cells exist and they are fibres and sclereids. Fibres are long, thick-walled and dead cells that provide support to the internal structure of plants. Sclereids are polygonal cells that are found in fruit pulp.

The parenchyma has thick-walled, polygonal and live cells while collenchyma has angular thickened polygonal cells.

So, the correct answer is option C.