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Which of the following provides tensile and mechanical strength to the plants?

A
Collenchyma
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Sclerenchyma
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C
Phloem
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Sclereids
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Solution

The correct option is C Collenchyma
Collenchyma provides tensile strength which gives elasticity and support to the growing organs. These have thin walls with minimum secondary thickenings.
Therefore, the correct answer is option A.

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