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Collenchyma cells have strong, flexible cell walls the help support larger plants. Collenchyma cells make up the familiar "strings" of a stalk of celery.


Collenchyma cells help support young parts of the plant shoot. They provide flexible support without restraining growth and they elongate the stems and leaves they support.
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Function of the collenchyma?

Collenchyma provides support and structure in young plant parts. It is made up of elongated cells with thick cell walls, giving flexibility and strength to growing tissues. Collenchyma also allows for bending and flexibility in response to environmental conditions.


What includes parenchyma collenchyma and sclerenchyma?

These are types of plant tissues responsible for support and structure. Parenchyma tissue functions in photosynthesis and storage. Collenchyma tissue provides flexible support to growing plant parts. Sclerenchyma tissue offers rigid structural support through thickened cell walls.


What is collenchyma what is its functions?

Collenchyma is a type of plant tissue that provides support and mechanical strength to the plant. It is flexible and allows for growth. Collenchyma cells have thickened cell walls mainly made up of cellulose and pectin, giving them strength.


What types of plant cells are there?

There are various types of plant cells, including parenchyma cells (for storage and photosynthesis), collenchyma cells (providing support to growing parts), sclerenchyma cells (for structural support), xylem cells (conducting water and minerals), and phloem cells (transporting organic nutrients). Each type of cell plays a specific role in the growth and function of the plant.


The oblong support cells in young green stems or leaf stalks are?

The oblong support cells in young green stems or leaf stalks are collenchyma cells. They provide structural support to the plant and have thickened cell walls, especially at the corners where they join. Collenchyma cells are found just beneath the epidermis in areas that need flexibility and mechanical support.