Question

The parenchymatous cell which lie between xylem and phloem in dicot root is known as-

• A. Complementry cell
• B. Conjunctive tissue
• C. Pith
• D. Pericycle

Answer 1

The correct option is B Conjunctive tissue

The pith is the ground tissue situated in the center and enclosed by the vascular tissue. Pith is mainly composed of parenchyma, the cells of which are either loosely arranged or in a compact form. The parenchymatous cells which lie between xylem and phloem in a dicot root are known as conjunctive tissue.

So, the correct answer is option B, Conjunctive tissue.