Question

Regarding the assertion and reason; choose the correct option.

Assertion (A): Xylem is composed of different kinds
of elements.
Reason (R): Xylem parenchyma cells are living and thin walled. The main function of xylem parenchyma is to store
starch and fats.

a. Both [A] and [R]are true and [R]is the correct explanation
of [A]
b. Both [A] and [R]are true and [R]is not the correct
explanation of [A]
c. [A] is true but [R]is false

Answer 1

• Xylem parenchyma is an element of complex tissue called xylem
• Xylem is composed of different kinds of elements such as tracheids, vessels, xylem parenchyma, and xylem fibres.
• Parenchyma cells are the only living cells of the xylem.
• Parenchyma cells of the xylem are mainly involved in the storage food and occasionally in the side-ways conduction of water.

Hence, the correct answer is option B.