Question

Write four characteristic features of Parencvvhyma tissues. How would you classify this tissue based upon its specialised functions ? What are these functions ?

Answer 1

Features of Parenchyma tissue:

• Parenchyma cells are living with thin walls.
• They are round, oval or hexagonal in shapes.
• These cells can differenciate and perform various functions.
• They present in roots, stem, leaves, flowers and fruits.

Parenchyma tissues perform several functions like

• Food storage in stems and roots (sweet potato, ginger etc.)
• Site for photosynthesis
• Secretion (resin)
• Repair of wounds (meristematic activity)
• Aeration (aerenchyma)