What is the function of collenchyma tissue?

Answer 1

A collenchyma cell is a plant cell which has cell walls that range from thin to thick, providing support while still allowing the plant to grow. These cells are most common in the younger tissues of leaves and shoots. They often form into strands. A unique feature of collenchyma cells is that they are flexible. Their cell walls don't contain lignin, so they are stretchy and can change size. As a young leaf grows, collenchyma cells can elongate and still give the leaf structure. Also, the collenchyma cell is one of three basic plant cell types, along with sclerenchyma and parenchyma cells.

Answer 2

Collenchyma, being a strong and flexible tissue, is a strengthening (mechanical) tissue of the growing organs. It is present in the peripheral regions of stems and leaves. It is the supporting tissue of leaves.

Answer 3

tissue is composed of narrow, elongated cells with thick primary walls (see textbook Figure 1.3C). Collenchyma cells provide structural support to the growing plant body, particularly shoots, and their thickened walls are nonlignified, so they can stretch as the organ elongates. Collenchyma cells are typically arranged in bundles or layers near the periphery of stems or leaf petioles.

Answer 4

Collenchyma tissue provides structural support to young plant parts such as stems, leaves, and petioles. It is characterized by thickened cell walls, primarily made of cellulose, that allow flexibility and strength to withstand mechanical stress. Collenchyma cells typically elongate as the plant grows, providing support while still accommodating growth.

Answer 5

These are supporting cells in baby plants. They have angular thickening.

Answer 6

It is a mechanical tissue and provides both mechanical strength and elasticity