Which of the following is a living tissue that provides mechanical support to the growing body?
A
Collenchyma
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B
Sclerenchyma
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C
Parenchyma
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D
Xylem tissues
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Solution
The correct option is A Collenchyma Collenchyma is a specialized supporting tissue which has living cells and possesses considerable tensile strength. It is usually found in stems beneath the epidermis as a complete cylinder or in the form of longitudinal strips. Being flexible in nature it provides tensile strength to the plant body.