The parenchyma which contains large air cavities or spaces to provide buoyancy is called _____.
A
collenchyma
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B
sclerenchyma
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C
aerenchyma
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D
chlorenchyma
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Solution
The correct option is C aerenchyma The parenchyma which contains large air cavities or spaces to provide buoyancy is called aerenchyma. It is found in the aquatic plants and some land plants. The air cavities store gases and make the plants light and bouyant.