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Structure function and location of collenchyma |
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Answer» Structure & Development: • Large central vacuole. • Prominent nucleus. • Living cells. • Flexible. • Irregularly thickened cell walls. • Thick primary cell wall made up of cellulose and pectin. • Secondary wall deposition starts in them. Location: • Located beneath the epidermis in the stem and ROOTS of dicot. • Usually ABSENT in monocot stem and root.Function: • Provides STRUCTURAL support. • Filling of vacant spaces in young SHOOTS and leaves that is later used for lateral growth. • Provides elasticity to plant parts by allowing them to bend easily. • Helps in photosynthesis. • Storage of secretory PRODUCTS. • Exchange of respiratory gases.hope it will help you.... |
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