Question

Is sclerenchyma a dead tissue?

Answer 1

Sclerenchyma:

1. In plants, sclerenchyma is defined as permanent tissue.
2. It loses the property of cell division.
3. Sclerenchyma is dead tissue.
4. They give mechanical support to the plants.
5. They are usually devoid of protoplast.
6. They do give protection to plants from any external harm.