Protective layer found at the site of abscission is

Parenchymatous

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Collenchymatous

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Sclerenchymatous

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Suberised

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Solution

The correct option is A Parenchymatous

A thin layer formed due to the deposition of a phytohormone abscisic acid is called Abscission. Due to its formation, weakening and falling of petioles, pedicels, peduncles takes place. At the site of abscission formation, parenchyma is present as a protective layer.
So, the correct option is ‘Parenchymatous’.

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