Question

Which of the following is not a simple tissue?

• A. Parenchyma
• B. Collenchyma
• C. Xylem
• D. Sclerenchyma

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Xylem

The correct option is C.

Explanation of correct option:

1. Permanent tissues having many different types of cells are called complex tissues.
2. Xylem is a complex tissue in plants.
3. Tracheids, vessels, xylem fibers, and xylem parenchyma are the four components that make xylem.
4. Xylem serves as a conducting tissue for water and minerals. Additionally, it gives the plant's components mechanical strength.
5. Permanent tissues having all cells similar in structure and function are called simple tissues.
6. Plants have parenchyma, collenchyma, and sclerenchyma as their different simple tissues.

Final answer: Xylem is not a simple tissue.