NEET Botany Tissue Systems MCQ Question
What type of cells are associated with sieve tube elements to help maintain the pressure gradient in phloem?
Companion cells
Parenchyma cells
Sclerenchyma cells
Collenchyma cells
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Companion cells are specialized parenchymatous cells that are closely associated with sieve tube elements and help in maintaining the pressure gradient, as stated in the NCERT context.
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