Grittiness of pear fruit is caused by

Sclereides

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Raphides

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Collenchyma

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Dead parenchyma cells

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Solution

The correct option is A Sclereides
The grittiness of pear fruit is caused by stone cells which are also known as sclereids. Sclereids are sclerenchyma cells with thick, lignified walls that function in providing structural support and strength to tissues. It removes the stress in the fruit which is caused due to over-ripening. So, the correct answer is option A.

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