Multiple choice

Which of the following is not a function of parenchyma?

  1. Parenchyma acts as a primary support to the stem of herbaceous plants.

  2. Parenchyma stores and assimilates food.

  3. Transport of material occurs through cell walls of parenchyma cells.

  4. It is a mechanical tissue in young dicotyledonous stems and provide mechanical support and elasticity.

  5. The intercellular air spaces of parenchyma cells allow gaseous exchange.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option as this is not a function of parenchyma.

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