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Botany-(general)

NEET Botany (general) MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-diagram based-Medium-Class 11

Consider a diagram showing a plant tissue composed of cells with thick, lignified walls and narrow lumens. What is the primary function of this tissue?

Question diagram
A

Conduction of water and minerals

B

Photosynthesis

C

Mechanical support

D

Storage of nutrients

Correct Answer

Option C

Detailed Explanation

The description matches sclerenchyma, which provides mechanical support due to its thick, lignified walls and narrow lumens, as mentioned in the NCERT context.

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