Which of the following provides tensile and mechanical strength to the plants?
A
Collenchyma
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B
Sclerenchyma
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C
Phloem
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D
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.