Sclerenchymatous cells have large percentage of-------------------- in their cell walls.

Cellulose

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Pectin

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Lignin

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Silica

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Solution

The correct option is C Lignin
Sclerenchyma is a simple permanent tissue which is mainly composed of dead cells. The walls consist of high percentage of lignin. These are the principal supporting cells in plant tissues that have ceased elongation.
So, the correct answer is option C.

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