Question

Which of the following from the given below is considered to be the most primitive in terms of ontogenetically as well as phylogenetically?

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

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Parenchyma

• Parenchyma is the first tissue developed during the course of evolution hence, phylogenetic ally most primitive also functionally, it is most primitive as it is involved in photosynthesis and storage of food material.