Question
Which are called complex permanent tissues? Describe in detail.

Answer

The complex permanent tissues are made of more than one type of cells. They are of two types:
  1. Xylem.
  2. Phloem.
The characteristic features of collenchymatous tissues are listed below,
  1. It is present only in layer below the epidermis in dicotyledonous plants.
  2. It is found either as a homogeneous layer or in patches.
  3. Collenchyma consists of cells which are much thickened at the corners due to a deposition of cellulose, hemicellulose and pectin.
  4. The cells may be oval, spherical or polygonal and often contain chloroplasts.
  5. These cells assimilate food, when they contain chloroplasts.

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