Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (Looseleaf)
Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (Looseleaf)
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ISBN: 9781337408417
Author: STARR
Publisher: CENGAGE L
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Concept introduction: Parenchyma, collenchyma, and sclerenchyma are the simple tissues with each consisting of one type of cell. Sclerenchyma cells are variably shaped and they will die once they are matured. They have thick cell wall which is made up of polymers like cellulose and lignin. These polymers will provide sturdiness to plant parts and help them resist stretching and compression.

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