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Plant Tissues Class 9th

Plant tissues are groups of cells that work together to carry out important functions in plants. There are two main types of plant tissues - meristematic tissue and permanent tissue. Meristematic tissue is made of actively dividing cells found in growing regions and is responsible for primary and secondary growth. Permanent tissues are derived from meristematic tissues and have specialized functions like photosynthesis, storage, and mechanical support. The three types of permanent tissues are parenchyma, collenchyma, and sclerenchyma tissues.

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Plant Tissues Class 9th

Plant tissues are groups of cells that work together to carry out important functions in plants. There are two main types of plant tissues - meristematic tissue and permanent tissue. Meristematic tissue is made of actively dividing cells found in growing regions and is responsible for primary and secondary growth. Permanent tissues are derived from meristematic tissues and have specialized functions like photosynthesis, storage, and mechanical support. The three types of permanent tissues are parenchyma, collenchyma, and sclerenchyma tissues.

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Plant Tissues

(Class IX NCERT)

Plant tissues are groups of cells with similar structures and functions that work
together to carry out essential processes within the plant. They are responsible for
various functions, including growth, support, storage, and transportation of nutrients and
water.

1. Meristematic Tissue: Meristematic tissues are regions of actively dividing cells


and are mainly found in the growing parts of the plant, such as the tips of roots
and stems. These tissues are responsible for the primary growth (lengthening) and
secondary growth (thickening) of the plant. The cells in meristematic tissues are small,
have thin cell walls, and contain dense protoplasm, which is the living part of the cell.

(a) Apical Meristem: Found at the tips of roots and stems, apical meristem is
responsible for the elongation of the plant body. It helps the plant grow taller and
develop new leaves and branches.

(b) Lateral Meristem: Lateral meristems are responsible for the increase in girth or
thickness of the plant.

2. Permanent Tissue: Permanent tissues are derived from meristematic tissues


and have lost the ability to divide. They are found throughout the plant and perform
specialized functions.

(a) Parenchyma Tissue: Parenchyma cells are living cells with thin
cell walls and large intercellular spaces. They are found in various parts of the
plant, including the cortex of stems and roots, the fleshy parts of fruits, and the
mesophyll of leaves. Parenchyma tissue functions in photosynthesis, storage of food
materials (like starch), and acts as a site for wound healing and tissue repair.

(b) Collenchyma Tissue: Collenchyma cells have thickened primary


cell walls, primarily made of cellulose. They are located in specific regions of the
plant, such as leaf stalks (petioles) and the outer layers of young stems.
Collenchyma tissue provides mechanical support to the growing plant parts and
helps in the flexible bending of stems and leaves.

(c) Sclerenchyma Tissue: Sclerenchyma cells have thick, lignified


secondary cell walls, making them strong and rigid. They are found in mature
parts of the plant, such as the outer covering of seeds, the husk of coconuts, and the
hard shells of nuts. Sclerenchyma tissue provides strong support and protection to
the plant, especially in areas where flexibility is not required.

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