Question

Medullary rays are made up of.

• A. Fibres
• B. Tracheids
• C. Sclerenchyma cells
• D. Parenchymatous cells

Answer 1

The correct option is D Parenchymatous cells

The extensions of the medulla, between the vascular bundles is called Medullary rays. These are parenchymatous. They take part in the lateral conduction of water. These are found in dicot stems only. These are also formed during intra stelar secondary growth. They are called secondary medullary rays or vascular rays or ray parenchyma. They are multiseriated and take part in lateral conduction of water.

So, the correct option is 'Parenchymatous cells'.