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List out the function of the parenchyma.


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Parenchyma:

  1. In plants, parenchyma is a tissue that is often made up of live cells with thin walls, an unspecialized structure, and the ability to adapt to varied functions through differentiation.
  2. The functional tissues in all higher plants are referred to as parenchyma, which is a generalized plant cell type.
  3. They are collections of several cells that vary in shape and perform highly specialized tasks.

The following are the parenchyma cells' most significant roles in plants:

  1. It stores nutrients and food.
  2. It offers a base and support.
  3. Involved in development and growth.
  4. Give the plant mechanical stiffness.
  5. They serve as the location of all metabolic processes.
  6. Aids in wound regeneration, healing, and restoration.
  7. Involved in the transport of nutrients and water.

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