Question

Which among the following is incorrect about Sclerenchyma?

• A. These are the living tissues responsible for stiffness in plants
• B. The husk of a coconut is made of Sclerenchymatous tissue
• C. They are of two kinds, namely, sclereids and fibers
• D. Simple pits are present in thickened cell walls of sclerenchyma

Answer 1

Answer:

A. These are the living tissues responsible for stiffness in plants

• Sclerenchymatous cells are the dead cells responsible for stiffness in plants.

• The husk of a coconut is made of Sclerenchymatous tissue.

• They are of two kinds, namely, sclereids and fibers.

• Simple pits are present in thickened cell walls of sclerenchyma.