Lignin is a major component of cell wall of

Xylem

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Phloem

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Parenchyma

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Cambium

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Solution

The correct option is A Xylem
The cell walls of xylem vessels are highly lignified which provides tensile strength. Lignin is water-resistant and a complex polysaccharide which prevents the vascular tissue from collapsing.
So, the correct answer is option A.

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Match the following layers of the cell wall with their components:

Column I (Layer) Column II (Component)

i). Cellulose a. Middle lamella

ii). Pectin b. Secondary cell wall

iii). Lignin c. Primary cell wall

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