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प्रश्न
Give the structure and function of the following:
Sclerenchyma
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उत्तर
Sclerenchyma
Structure - Cells of sclerenchyma are dead. These cells are elongated, narrow, pointed at both ends, thick-walled, and lignified. Their cell walls are thick due to the secondary deposition of lignin.

Function - Sclerenchyma gives strength, rigidity, and flexibility to the plant body, thereby enabling it to withstand various strains.
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