Question

This chart shows the types of ground tissue and their functions.

Parenchyma is labeled 1, Collenchyma is labeled 2, and Sclerenchyma is labeled 3.A 4-column table has 4 rows. The first column has entries A, B, C, D. The second column is labeled 1 with entries for food production and storage, for secretion of substances like nectar, for strength and support, for healing of plant parts. The third column is labeled 2 with entries for strength and support, for conduction of materials throughout the plant, for protection and support, for protection and support. The fourth column is labeled 3 with entries for protection and support, for healing of plant parts, for food production and storage, for strength and support.

Which row (A, B, C, or D) best matches each ground tissue with its function?
A
B
C
D

Answer 1

To match each type of ground tissue (Parenchyma, Collenchyma, Sclerenchyma) with its respective functions based on the descriptions provided, we can analyze the functions commonly associated with each type of tissue:

1. **Parenchyma (labeled 1)** - Generally involved in:
- Food production and storage
- Secretion of substances like nectar
- Healing of plant parts

2. **Collenchyma (labeled 2)** - Primarily provides:
- Strength and support
- Protection
- Support during plant growth

3. **Sclerenchyma (labeled 3)** - Known for:
- Providing rigidity and support
- Protection

Now, let's map these descriptions to the rows:

- **Row A**:
- 1: Food production and storage
- 2: Strength and support
- 3: Protection and support

- **Row B**:
- 1: Secretion of substances like nectar
- 2: Conduction of materials throughout the plant
- 3: Healing of plant parts

- **Row C**:
- 1: Healing of plant parts
- 2: Protection and support
- 3: Food production and storage

- **Row D**:
- 1: For strength and support
- 2: For protection and support
- 3: For strength and support

Now, let's match:

- **Parenchyma (1)** is best matched with functions like:
- Food production and storage (Row A)

- **Collenchyma (2)** is matched with:
- Strength and support (Row A or Row D)

- **Sclerenchyma (3)** is best matched with:
- Protection and support (Row A).

Thus, the best match for each ground tissue type should be:

- **Row A** best aligns with:
- **Parenchyma (1): Food production and storage**
- **Collenchyma (2): Strength and support**
- **Sclerenchyma (3): Protection and support**

Therefore, the answer is **Row A**.