Asked by Connie Barretto on Jun 04, 2024

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This tissue supports rapidly growing plant parts; its pectin offers flexibility.

A) parenchyma
B) collenchyma
C) sclerenchyma
D) xylem
E) phloem

Collenchyma

In plants, simple tissue composed of living cells with unevenly thickened walls; provides flexible support.

Pectin

A natural polysaccharide found in fruits, used as a gelling agent in food production.

  • Understand the structure and functions of different plant tissues.
  • Explain the role of plant tissues in growth and support.
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Kevin DonnerJun 05, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The tissue that supports rapidly growing plant parts with flexibility is collenchyma.